Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.

Unit Position Summary

 The candidate will conduct research projects aimed at structurally and functionally characterizing membrane protein complexes involved in membrane protein targeting and quality control pathways. Responsibilities will include experimental design, protein overexpression and purification, and the collection and analysis of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) data. The candidate will also perform protein–protein interaction studies and other biochemical assays. Previous experience in protein expression and purification is required. Experience with cryo-EM is preferred but not required

Desired Qualifications

PhD in Biochemistry

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

CV, Cover letter, Name and contact information for two professional references

Work Hours

STANDARD 8-5

Website

https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/