Research Associate in Chemistry

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Virginia invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate, who is excited about the opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment. The successful candidate will participate in collaborative work in the Membrane Biology Center at the University of Virginia and will be engaged in research directed at the molecular structure and dynamics of proteins that function in membrane transport. This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional year contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : A Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline is required by the appointment start date. The candidate must have effective oral and written communication skills. The candidate must have a working knowledge of biochemical and molecular biological laboratory procedures and should have expertise in the expression and purification of soluble and membrane proteins. The candidate is also expected to have expertise in biophysical techniques, such as magnetic resonance spectroscopy, with a familiarity of EPR spectroscopy and modern pulse EPR instrumentation. The successful candidate is also expected to help mentor undergraduates and graduate students in the laboratory.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs and attach a cover letter, a detailed curriculum vitae, and the contact information for three individuals who can provide professional reference letters.

APPLICATION DEADLINE : Review of applications will begin on November 24, 2024, but the position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.

This is a one-year appointment; however, the appointment may be renewed for an additional year increments, contingent upon available funding and satisfactory performance.

For questions regarding this position, please contact David Cafiso, Professor, at cafiso@virginia.edu

For questions about the application process, please contact Rich Haverstrom, Academic Recruiter, at rkh6j@virginia.edu

For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits .

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