Berkeley Lab’s (LBNL) Molecular Biophysics and Integrated Bioimaging Division ( MBIB ) has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the team as part of the Niyogi lab to address questions related to photoacclimation mechanisms in plants and algae by using structural biology techniques.
In this exciting role, you will specifically work on cryo-EM/ET observation and analysis of photosynthetic protein complexes. The group's projects will include elucidating molecular mechanisms of photoacclimation to excess light conditions in diverse photosynthetic organisms and investigating the structural basis of protein-protein interactions in thylakoid membranes.
You will have access to the Cal-Cryo facility at QB3-Berkeley, which provides researchers with state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopes and related tools for high-resolution structural biology studies. Having access to the cryo-focused ion beam milling at EML-Berkeley. We have access to unique computational resources of the National Energy Research Scientific Computing Center (NERSC) at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL), which will provide high-performance computing for our data analysis.
What You Will Do:
- Perform cryo-EM/ET data collection at Cal-Cryo facility at QB3-Berkeley.
- Perform image processing for cryo-EM/ET data analysis.
- Perform atomic model building and refinement.
- Keep accurate records of all work performed.
- Participate in group meetings and seminars.
- Assist in training graduate students and other postdocs in experimental techniques and data analysis.
- Assist the PIs with reports and the preparation of proposals for future funding.
- Analyze research data, organize data for publication, and prepare research presentations and publications.
What is Required:
- Recent Ph.D. in structural biology or a related discipline.
- Experience in the biochemistry of membrane proteins.
- Experience with cryo-EM.
- Highly motivated and able to work in a diverse laboratory environment.
- Excellent record of publications in biological sciences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Strong analytical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Notes:
- For first consideration, please apply with a curriculum vitae (CV) or resume by August 21, 2024.
- This is a full time, exempt from overtime pay (monthly paid), 2 year (benefits eligible), Postdoctoral Fellow appointment with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs. You must have less than 3 years of paid postdoctoral experience.
- The monthly salary range for this position is $5,643-$6,766 and is expected to start at $5,643 or above. Postdoctoral positions are paid on a step schedule per union contract and salaries are predetermined based on postdoctoral step rates. Each step represents one full year of completed post-Ph.D. postdoctoral and/or related research experience.
- This position is represented by a union for collective bargaining purposes.
- This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
- Work will be primarily performed at: Niyogi lab at University of California, Berkeley, CA.
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