Postdoctoral position in single molecule biophysics

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Postdoctoral fellow
+ ~  G' z/ i- R& cUniversity of Alberta and National Institute for Nanotechnology
: z- v8 l9 |' X! XEdmonton, Alberta, Canada
Job ID: 6926659
Job Duration: 1-2 Years
Position Title: Postdoctoral fellow
, [) Y; ], w8 `4 d# oRequired Travel: None
* d9 x8 g& a1 R3 j& ?4 V* x) ~Min Education: Ph.D.
Posted: June 23, 2010
Job Function: Postdoc
Min Experience: None
: e' |" D  l* z8 O: RJob Type: Full-Time
Salary: Yearly Salary)
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7 x/ q+ I, a/ N( |$ rPostdoctoral position in single molecule biophysics: protein folding and aggregation studies

A postdoctoral position in single-molecule biophysics is available immediately at the Department of Physics, University of Alberta and the National Institute for Nanotechnology, in the research group of Michael Woodside. A talented experimentalist is sought to conduct research into protein folding, misfolding, and aggregation, primarily using single-molecule fluorescence techniques. The successful candidates will work with a team of technicians and other researchers (at the University, the Institute, and in industry) to characterize the folding and aggregation behaviour of various disease-related proteins and to explore the effects of potential drugs on the folding/misfolding. These studies will be done using fluorescence spectroscopies (e.g. FCS and FRET), optical tweezers, and standard biochemical approaches. Responsibilities will include designing experiments; operating, maintaining, and improving instrumentation (as needed); analyzing data and writing papers; and working with other team members to translate experimental results into methods for studying drug candidates.


  S3 d' U" ~8 U8 ^6 Y3 pThe National Institute for Nanotechnology is Canada’s flagship research institute in nanotechnology. It is located on the campus of the University of Alberta, in the provincial capital, Edmonton. A city of 1 million people, Edmonton has a lively cultural scene, and it also offers numerous opportunities for outdoors enthusiasts, especially in the unrivalled beauty of nearby Jasper and Banff national parks.

To apply, send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and contact information (names, positions, phone numbers, mail and email addresses) for three references to Michael Woodside at michael.woodside@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca.

Job Requirements

Motivated candidates with an interest in interdisciplinary research should have received a Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, biochemistry, biology or a closely related field within the last 2-3 years. Candidates should demonstrate a strong experimental record, with experience in single-molecule biophysics, fluorescence spectroscopy, force spectroscopy, laser optics, or protein folding, and should have a desire to learn and apply new techniques. Prior experience with single-molecule fluorescence methods would be particularly valued. Experience in molecular biology is helpful but not required, as technical support will be available in a fully-equipped biochemistry lab. The position is expected to last for at least 2 years.

/ ]4 y* L' Y7 w% ?$ C3 M3 tContact Person: Michael Woodside
Email Address: michael.woodside@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
0 ~* f6 ?1 n6 n! x+ o5 O* U/ IPhone: 780-641-1695
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& J. f" P: B9 I# Q, c( mEmployment Opportunity / City of Edmonton Community Services
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