Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Biochemistry and Cellular Molecular Biology

Company: University of Tennessee
Location: Knoxville
Posted on: December 4, 2019

Job Description:

Post-Doctoral Research Associate - Biochemistry and Cellular & Molecular Biology US-Tennessee-Knoxville Regular Full-time, Pay Grade 00 Post-Doctoral Fellow: Single-Molecule Biophysics The Lamichhane lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Cellular & Molecular Biology at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UTK), is seeking applications for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join our research group. We are seeking highly motivated scientist interested in biophysical research and single molecule techniques, e.g., single molecule fluorescence. Professor Lamichhane is interested in investigating conformational dynamics and the biomolecular interactions of complex biomolecules (protein dynamics, protein-protein, and protein-nucleic acid interactions) using the state-of-the-art single-molecule fluorescence. (******************************************************* The successful candidate will pursue independent research on conformational dynamics of membrane proteins, such as G Protein-Coupled Receptors (GPCRs). The Lamichhane Lab is in the newly constructed Mossman Building within the Department of Biochemistry & Cellular and Molecular Biology. The University is located in downtown Knoxville, situated in the Great Appalachian Valley and the Great Smoky Mountain. We are nearby Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), and we work in close collaboration with scientists in the Biophysics and Structural Biology program at ORNL. We offer an excellent research environment, a thriving neighborhood, and multiple outdoor activities all located within an area that has a reasonable living cost. This position is supported for 2 years, with additional support subject to performance and availability of research funding. Duties/Responsibilities: Specific responsibilities for this position include: Design, perform, troubleshoot and optimize experiments Review and present recent literature related to the project Interpret and present results to fellow lab members, and eventually to the broader scientific community through conference presentations and publications Provide constructive and critical feedback on other lab member s projects Assist in training new undergraduate and graduate students in the lab Apply for independent funding where appropriate and contribute to lab grant applications Contribute to basic lab management Minimum Required Education and Experience: Ph.D. in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology or a related field At least one first author peer-reviewed publication Preferred Education and Experience: Protein expression and purification in eukaryotic (mammalian or insect) and bacterial cells Experience with in vitro and in vivo fluorescence methods Knowledge of the theories, principles, and concepts of Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular & Cellular Biology Minimum Required Skills and Abilities: Familiar with protein expression, purification, and fluorescent labeling Experience in single-molecule techniques is preferred, but not required Independent critical thinking skills necessary to design experiments or analyses Self-motivated work ethic leading to productive work with advice and mentorship Ability to communicate and collaborate with diverse levels of scientific communities Support: Annual stipend and full University of Tennessee employee fringe benefits. How to Apply: Please attach the following electronic documents to the application: Cover letter, CV, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Professor Rajan Lamichhane (*************) for more information. Research Professional Nov 14, 2019, 7:49:43 PM

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