Postdoc position in Structural Biology (cryo-EM) aiming at structural investigations of protein complexes involved in cell signaling

A postdoctoral researcher position is now available in the lab of Andreas Naschberger at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to investigate the molecular basis of protein complexes involved in cell signaling. These positions suit recent PhD graduates, with a career interest in structural studies using cryo-EM and other biochemical/biophysical methods to characterize disease-related protein assemblies. The postdoc position is fully funded for 2 years and can be extended. The position includes a competitive salary and generous funding for research projects.

We ask fundamental questions about how signaling protein complexes function within their regulatory networks. The project aims to investigate the function and structural dynamics of these signaling networks.

The lab is embedded in the BESE division (https://bese.kaust.edu.sa ), which provides and supports a multi-disciplinary work environment. The KAUST core labs (https://corelabs.kaust.edu.sa ) are equipped with a state-of-the-art transmission electron microscope (TEM) Titan Krios G4 with cold FEG, Selectris X energy filter, and a Falcon 4 detector. The facility is supervised by an experienced facility manager to ensure high-quality data collection and effective training for users. A dedicated GPU cluster is available for data processing. The ideal candidate combines an interest in structural biology with experience in cryo-EM, cell culture, biochemical method/protocol development, and protein purification from insect and mammalian cell cultures.

Informal inquiries are welcomed and should be made to Dr. Andreas Naschberger ([email protected])

King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST ) is being established in Saudi Arabia, on the Red Sea coastal area of Thuwal, as an international graduate-level research university dedicated to inspiring a new age of scientific achievement that will benefit the region and the world. As an independent and merit-based institution and one of the best-endowed universities in the world, KAUST intends to become a major new contributor to the global network of collaborative research. It will enable researchers from around the globe to work together to solve challenging scientific and technological problems. The admission of students, the appointment, promotion and retention of faculty and staff and all the educational, administrative and other activities of the University shall be conducted on the basis of equality, without regard to race, color, religion or gender.Further information can be found at www.kaust.edu.sa .