[3dem] Tech position in membrane protein crystallization

[David Stokes]

RESEARCH TECHNICIAN POSITION IN MEMBRANE PROTEIN CRYSTALLIZATION.

A research technician position is available immediately at the New York 
Structural Biology Center in New York City 
(http://www.nysbc.org/facilities/CEM). The candidate will focus on 
implementing a high-throughput screen to identify conditions for 
crystallizing membrane proteins for analysis by cryo-electron 
microscopy. This work will involve setting up parallel crystallization 
trials using a liquid-handling robot and a microdialysis block designed 
in our laboratory.  The plan is to image these samples using automated 
software and a 100-sample multi-specimen holder to be purchased from a 
commercial source and implemented at NYSBC. The candidates will be part 
of an energetic NIH-funded research center focused on membrane protein 
structure determination by X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron 
crystallography.

Our laboratory is fully equipped for all aspects of protein expression, 
crystallization and electron microscopy.  We have a strong collaboration 
with a group involved in protein target selection, cloning and 
expression screening as part of the NIH Protein Structure Initiative. 
The current position requires skills in electron microscopy. Although 
specific experience is preferred, general experience in imaging and/or 
biophysics may suffice.

The initial appointment is for one year and renewable for up to three 
years. Interested candidates should e-mail cover letter, full CV and 
contact information for three professional referees to:

David Stokes
stokes at nysbc.org
New York Structural Biology Center
tel: 212-939-0660 x9116
http://nysbc.org/
fax: 646-219-0300