We have an immediate opening for a talented, highly motivated postdoctoral scholar in my laboratory at the University of Illinois located in downtown Chicago, IL (USA)
ur laboratory is focused on understanding basic principles of protein synthesis in bacteria, the modes of action of ribosome-targeting antibiotics, and mechanisms of drug resistance at a structural level. The successful candidate will be specifically involved in determination of high-resolution structures of ribosome functional complexes using macromolecular X-ray crystallography techniques.
Basic qualifications:
PhD in chemistry, biochemistry
,
biophysics,
or a related field;
Practical skills in molecular biology, protein expression, purification, and various biochemical techniques;
Experience in structural biology (cryo-EM or X-ray crystallography);
The successful candidate is also expected to:
Drive forward the projects;
Act independently or semi-independently in terms of planning and executing the experiments;
Compile, analyze, and prepare data for publications;
Assist with training of graduate and undergraduate students.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should send their CV along with a cover letter briefly describing their research accomplishments, current research interests and contact information for three references directly to Dr. Yury Polikanov, [log in to unmask].
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Yury Polikanov, Ph.D. Assistant Professor Department of Biological Sciences
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences University of Illinois at Chicago 900 South Ashland Avenue, MBRB 4170 Chicago, IL 60607 Tel: 1-312-413-2408 (Office) Tel: 1-312-355-0463 (Laboratory) Fax: 1-312-413-2691
