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Postdoctoral Fellow Position Parashar laboratory at University of Delaware College of Health Sciences, is currently seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow to perform structure-function studies of proteins regulating bacterial signaling. Qualifications:· Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, or a related field· Experience with cloning, protein expression, and protein purification methods· A sound understanding of methods and approaches relating to macromolecular crystallography preferred· Ability to plan and carry out research projects independently· Ability to work on own initiative and take personal responsibility for delivery of work· Excellent problem solving, interpersonal, communication and presentation skills· A working knowledge of bacterial genetics and computational modeling of protein-ligand interactions preferred Responsibilities include:· Performing experiments for cloning, protein expression, and purification of proteins for biochemical and structural studies; robotic screens for crystallization; optimizing crystallization conditions; and collecting and analyzing diffraction data.· Performing model building and structure refinement.· Maintaining laboratory equipment to meet unique needs of the research activity· Assisting with preparation of grant proposals, presentations and publications· Actively seeking new collaborative projects within the department and externally University of Delaware is well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment for molecular biology, protein purification, and crystallography, including crystallization robot, crystal imaging system, and X-ray generator. Please visit Parashar Laboratory website for more information. For consideration, please send your CV, list of three references and other relevant information to [log in to unmask] with subject line "postdoctoral application".