Postdoctoral Position in Structural Biology

Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II (UniNa) / University of Naples Federico II; Napoli; In loco; EUR 30.000 - 45.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading Italian university is offering a Postdoctoral position in Structural Biology for 2 years, starting March 2026. The role involves protein purification and characterization, requiring a PhD in Biochemistry or Molecular Biology. Candidates should possess strong skills in DNA cloning and protein production. Join a collaborative research team in Naples and contribute to groundbreaking research supported by an ERC Advanced Grant.

Competenze

• PhD in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or equivalent required.
• Experience in DNA cloning techniques and protein production essential.

Mansioni

• Expression and purification of proteins.
• Production of site-specific mutants and labelled proteins.
• Characterization of proteins using spectroscopic and biophysical methods.
• Investigate glycan-protein interactions using computational techniques.

Conoscenze

DNA cloning techniques

Recombinant protein production

Purification of membrane proteins

NMR methods

Computational techniques

Formazione

PhD in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Postdoctoral Position in Structural Biology

🔬 Exceptional Research Opportunity: Postdoctoral Position in Structural Biology – 2years 🧬

Are you an experienced PhD looking for a challenge?

Do you have a background in molecular/cell biology or biochemistry?

Don’t miss the chance to apply for a Post Doc position (2 years, starting date March 2026) supported by the ERC Advanced Grant project “LPS-code” awarded by Prof. A. Molinaro. The research will be conducted at the Department of Chemical Sciences, University of Napoli Federico II (Italy).

Requirements

• PhD in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology or equivalent
• Experience in DNA cloning techniques, recombinant protein production and purification of membrane proteins

Your Role: Key Research Activities

• Expression and purification of proteins;
• Production of site‑specific mutants and isotopically labelled proteins;
• Spectroscopic and biophysical characterization of proteins;
• Use of NMR methods and computational techniques to investigate the binding region of glycans in the interaction with different proteins.

The Ideal Candidate and Team Environment

You will work closely with other research scientists within the group. Therefore, you should be highly motivated, organised, and possess excellent communication and collaboration skills as part of a team.

How to Apply

To seize this exciting opportunity, please submit the following application materials:

• Names and contact details of at least 3 references. One or more letters of recommendation from a scientist familiar with your work should be submitted directly to the email address below.
• Information on scholarships, prizes, and awards or other relevant documents demonstrating your excellence.

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