Postdoc: Biochemistry & Structural Biology (Cryo-EM)

Washington University in St. Louis; Narragansett (RI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ghanbarpour Laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our interdisciplinary program in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics.

The role focuses on ATP‑dependent proteolytic machines in bacterial and mitochondrial systems, combining cryo-EM, biochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Ideal candidates have experience in cryo-EM/cryo-ET and a strong background in biochemistry, genetic microbiology, or protein engineering, with

Qualifications

• Ph.D., M.D. or equivalent terminal or doctoral degree.
• No specific work experience is required for this postdoctoral position.
• No specific certification/professional license is required unless stated.

Responsibilities

• Assists with grant preparation and reporting.
• Prepares and submits papers on research.
• Assists in the design of research experiments.
• Evaluates research findings and assists in the reporting of the results.
• Conscientious discharge of their research responsibilities.
• Maintains conformity with ethical standards in research.
• Maintains compliance with good laboratory practice including the maintenance of adequate research records.
• Engages in open and timely discussion with their mentor regarding materials, reagents, or records.

Skills

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Interpretations

Experimentation

Laboratory Operations

Laboratory Techniques

Researching

Results Reporting

Scientific Writing

Education

Ph.D., M.D. Or Equivalent Terminal Or Doctoral Degree

Job description

The Ghanbarpour Laboratory at Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join our interdisciplinary program in Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics.

The role focuses on ATP‑dependent proteolytic machines in bacterial and mitochondrial systems, combining cryo-EM, biochemistry, and mass spectrometry. Ideal candidates have experience in cryo-EM/cryo-ET and a strong background in biochemistry, genetic microbiology, or protein engineering, with