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<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">An NIH-funded post-doctoral research position is available immediately in our lab at the University of Maryland (<a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://sites.google.com/view/viralglycoproteintrafficking/__;!!Mih3wA!FKe7_w5EhLgmceS8aiBBD902UFMbVUVEFmXqa90m_TB3MuXzCSWu-WjgXRVXHYrv8SblJSk7eF8IolBVi22TcD34Tio$" target="_blank" id="OWAf9e3feda-4237-fb6d-1dea-6500797f41b6" class="x_OWAAutoLink" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" style="margin: 0px;">https://sites.google.com/view/viralglycoproteintrafficking/</a>).
We apply single particle cryoEM, X-ray crystallography, and biophysical approaches to investigate how the interactions between viral and host proteins are coordinated during intracellular trafficking (see Nature Communications (2023, PMID: 38102143), Protein
Expression and Purification (2023, PMID: 37625737), and Communications Biology (2022, PMID: 35136165)). Our long-term goal is to use this fundamental information to design new genetic vaccines against existing and emerging diseases. We collaborate extensively
with leading research groups in cell biology, mass spectrometry, NMR, protein modeling, immunology, and virology, as is evident from our publications. </span></p>
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<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">We are looking for expertise in either X-ray crystallography or single particle cryoEM. Prior experience in protein production, mammalian
cell culture, and BLI assays will be a major advantage. Candidates who have recently completed their PhD are especially encouraged to apply. Interested candidates should email me a CV and a list of three professional references at <a href="mailto:sshasan@som.umaryland.edu" id="OWAcaf5777a-612f-c22c-ef96-99357ebee0ff" class="x_OWAAutoLink" data-linkindex="1" style="margin: 0px;">sshasan@som.umaryland.edu</a>.
I am happy to answer any questions about this position, the work environment, the resources at our disposal, and of course, the many things to do in this area. </span></p>
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<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">Why you should join us- </span></p>
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<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">Our lab is in the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR), Rockville MD, which is home to over 20 structural biology
research groups from the University of Maryland and the National Institute of Standards and Technology. </span></li><li style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 15.6933px; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">IBBR provides state-of-the-art instrumentation in cryoEM (200 kV Talos Arctica and Glacios with K3 and Falcon IV detectors, Volta phase
plate, and a Selectris energy filter), and on site facilities for BLI assays, NMR, and cluster-based computation. </span></li><li style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 15.6933px; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">We are in the I-270 Life Sciences Corridor, which is a top innovation cluster in the nation. This location gives us close access to
partners in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies, nearby universities, and federal labs such as from the NIH system, which is 11 miles from IBBR. This proximity fosters collaborations and provides employment opportunities. </span></li><li style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 15.6933px; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0.0001pt;">
<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">Our post-doc program is focused on mentorship and career advancement that meet the candidate’s goals. </span></li><li style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-weight: 400; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); line-height: 15.6933px; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 8pt;">
<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">Rockville is well connected by public transport to Washington DC (20 miles) and we have good access to three major airports- Dulles
International Airport (26 miles), Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (25 miles), and Baltimore/Washington International Airport (42 miles). </span></li></ul>
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<span style="letter-spacing: normal; font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-weight: 400;">The University of Maryland is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and
protected veterans are encouraged to apply.</span></p>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: black;">Assistant Professor, Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, University of Maryland School of Medicine</span></div>
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