Postdoc: CryoEM Structural Biology of Exocytosis

University of Massachusetts Medical School; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Medical School’s Munson Lab is seeking a postdoctoral associate to lead cryoEM-based projects focused on exocyst regulation in exocytosis. The successful candidate will design, perform, and interpret experiments and present findings in written and oral formats.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring junior scientists in a dynamic structural biology community with strong core facilities and collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field.
• Experience in cryoEM structure determination is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, carry out, and analyze cryoEM- and complementary experiments to study exocyst function in exocytosis.
• Communicate findings through written and oral presentations; train and mentor junior scientists.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary lab with core facilities and resources.

Education

Ph.D. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field

Job description

University of Massachusetts Medical School’s Munson Lab is seeking a postdoctoral associate to lead cryoEM-based projects focused on exocyst regulation in exocytosis. The successful candidate will design, perform, and interpret experiments and present findings in written and oral formats.

The role emphasizes training and mentoring junior scientists in a dynamic structural biology community with strong core facilities and collaborative culture.