Postdoctoral Fellow, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Galveston, Texas, United States
Training & Education
UTMB Health
Requisition # 2506608
The Molecular Diagnostics and Drug Discovery (MD3) Laboratory at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), led by Dr. Lukasz Jaremko, invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow position. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated early-career scientist to develop expertise in translational structural biology and drug discovery.
Research Focus
The successful candidate will contribute to projects focused on the structural and mechanistic characterization of biomolecular complexes relevant to cancer and other human diseases. The laboratory integrates chemical biology, biophysical, and structural approaches to elucidate molecular function and support rational drug design.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct independent and collaborative biochemical and biophysical research on protein structure, dynamics, and function.
Express, purify, and characterize recombinant proteins and complexes for X-ray, NMR, and cryo-EM.
Apply chemical biology tools to probe biomolecular interactions and mechanisms.
Participate in experimental design, data analysis, and dissemination of research findings through high-impact, peer-reviewed publications.
Collaborate with researchers across UTMB and partner institutions in Texas and nationwide on interdisciplinary projects in drug discovery and translational structural biology.
Preferred Background
Ph.D. awarded within the past five years in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemical Biology, or a related field.
Hands-on experience in protein expression, purification, and biochemical or biophysical assays.
Prior exposure to structural biology methods such as X-ray crystallography, NMR spectroscopy, or cryo-EM is highly desirable.
Strong motivation to expand expertise in advanced NMR and cryo-EM techniques applied to translational research.
Excellent analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.
Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D., M.D. or Doctoral equivalent in any field. Scientific research experience.
Application Materials
A detailed academic CV.
A cover letter describing research experience, interests, and motivation to join the MD3 Laboratory.
Names and contact information for two academic or professional references.
Salary
Commensurate with experience.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:
UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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