Postdoctoral position at Univ. of Auckland

[a.mitra at auckland.ac.nz]

A post-doctoral position is available immediately to study, by electron cryo-
microscopy, three-dimensional (3D) structures of membrane-inserting protein 
toxins in lipid bilayer membranes. For this purpose, lipid-reconstituted 2D 
crystals, helically ordered crystals and single particles are subject to 
computer-aided image analysis and processing. The systems being investigated 
include anthrax toxin, members of the colicin family and aerolysin. 2D crystals 
for some of them have been generated. The position is initially supported for 3 
years by the Marsden Foundation of New Zealand and in part by an R21 grant from 
NIDDK, USA.

The laboratory/the electron microscopy suite is equipped with a Philips Tecnai 12 
and a CM12 microscope, 3 GATAN cold stages, 2 guillotine devices for preparing 
cryo specimens, an upright optical diffractometer, a Leafscan and a Nikon 
Coolscan scanner and 3 workstations for computational work running latest image 
processing (2D crystal, single particle, virus and helical crystals) software.  
The wet lab is equipped for carrying out protein expression and purification and 
essential biochemical work. We also have access to excellent mass spectrometry 
and X-ray crystallography facilities. 

Auckland is a vibrant, ethnically diverse city with a mild climate and sprawling 
beaches. New Zealand abounds in both tropical and cold-weather outdoor activities 
and therefore is a haven for nature lovers.

Submit CV and names of three references by email to
a.mitra at auckland.ac.nz

or by mail to
Alok K. Mitra
Associate Professor
School of Biological Sciences
Thomas Building 110/420
3A Symonds Street
Auckland 1020
New Zealand