Postdoc: Membrane Protein Nanodiscs & SEC-SANS Expert

ESSE - European Spallation Source ERIC; Lunds kommun; On-site; SEK 436,633 - 654,950; Full time

Job summary

ESSE - European Spallation Source ERIC in Lund, Sweden is seeking a highly motivated postdoc for research on membrane proteins using small-angle neutron scattering. The candidate will establish methodologies for protein reconstitution and characterization, conducting experiments primarily on the Loki instrument.

The role includes collaboration with international partners and participation in a 36-month EU Co-Fund research project. Applicants should have relevant degrees and experience in protein characterization methodologies.

Qualifications

• At least one original publication in a peer-reviewed journal.
• Experience in protein purification and analysis methods.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally.

Responsibilities

• Establish full experimental pipeline for membrane-protein nanodisc studies.
• Commission SEC-SANS capability on the Loki SANS instrument.
• Conduct neutron experiments primarily on the Loki instrument at ESS.

Skills

Protein purification

Scattering techniques

Cell culture growth

Light scattering

X-ray scattering

Neutron scattering

Laboratory housekeeping

English proficiency

Education

Undergraduate and doctoral degrees in a relevant area of biological or chemical science

Job description

ESSE - European Spallation Source ERIC in Lund, Sweden is seeking a highly motivated postdoc for research on membrane proteins using small-angle neutron scattering. The candidate will establish methodologies for protein reconstitution and characterization, conducting experiments primarily on the Loki instrument.

The role includes collaboration with international partners and participation in a 36-month EU Co-Fund research project. Applicants should have relevant degrees and experience in protein characterization methodologies.