Post Doc Research Associate

The Tsai Lab at the University of Virginia School of Medicine invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate position in biophysics and structural biology to study the molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial ion transport. The project combines cryo-EM, membrane protein biochemistry, and functional reconstitution assays to elucidate how ion transporters and channels regulate mitochondrial physiology and disease. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in biophysics, structural biology, or a related field, and have experience in protein purification, crystallography, cryo-EM, or membrane protein reconstitution. The position offers an interdisciplinary environment, access to state-of-the-art facilities, and opportunities for collaboration and career development.

This is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance. This position will sponsor applicants for work visas. This position is located in Charlottesville, Virginia. The position will remain open until filled.

Complete an application online with the following documents:
• CV
• Cover letter
• Three Letters of Reference

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

Postdoctoral employment is temporary and is normally limited to an individual who has been awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within the previous five years and who will be involved in full-time research or scholarship at the University. Employment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate is viewed as training and is preparatory for a full-time academic or research career, is supervised by a senior scholar, and allows the appointee to publish the results of his/her research or scholarship during the training period.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Doctoral degree
Experience: None
Licensure: None

TO APPLY

External Candidates apply HERE . Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs' and entering R007xxxx in the search field. Complete an application online with the following documents:
• CV/Resume
• Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.

For questions about the application process, please contact Eric Allen, Recruiting Specialist, at uth9qh@virginia.edu . For questions about the position, please contact Ming-Feng Tsai at vmf6uw@virginia.edu .

For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community, please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/ .

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.