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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">The Kaguni lab in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Michigan State University seeks a talented and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to determine
the cryo-EM structure of a protein-DNA complex formed in the process of replication initiation using
<i>Escherichia coli</i> as a model system (<a href="https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/faculty/jon-m-kaguni/current-research/">https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/faculty/jon-m-kaguni/current-research/</a>). The individual will also obtain training in nucleic acid enzymology,
and molecular genetics. The postdoc is expected to participate in seminars, journal clubs, weekly lab meetings, and prepare and submit manuscripts to peer-reviewed journals.</span>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">The applicant must hold a Ph.D., and have research experience in biochemistry, structural biology, molecular biology, cellular biology, or related field. Expertise in nucleic
acids, protein biochemistry, and recombinant DNA techniques is highly desirable. The candidate should have excellent communication skills, and be comfortable working collaboratively with other lab members. The individual will receive a competitive salary with
benefits and work in an excellent environment.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Qualified applicants should submit a CV, a cover letter summarizing research experience and research interests, and the names of three references to Dr. Jon M. Kaguni (<a href="mailto:kaguni@msu.edu">kaguni@msu.edu</a>).
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. The start date for the position is Spring/Summer 2020.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Jon M. Kaguni<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Department of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">603 Wilson Road<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Michigan State University<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">East Lansing, MI 48824-1319<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">FAX: 517-353-9334<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Landline: 517-353-6721<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family:"-webkit-standard",serif;color:black">Email:<span class="apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="mailto:kaguni@msu.edu">kaguni@msu.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></p>
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