Postdoctoral Fellow: Membrane Protein Structure & Cryo-EM

ACS; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Feng Laboratory. The role centers on determining structures of membrane proteins using cryo-EM and applying biochemical/biophysical methods to study function and structure–function relationships.

The position offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific growth, with a deadline of Nov. 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in biochemistry, biophysics, structural biology, or related field.
• Experience with cryo-EM is essential.
• Strong publication record and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Employ cutting-edge cryo-EM to determine high-resolution structures of membrane proteins and protein complexes.
• Apply biochemical and biophysical approaches to investigate protein function and structure–function relationships.
• Collaborate within a multidisciplinary environment and engage in professional development and publications.

Skills

Cryo-EM

Biochemical techniques

Biophysical techniques

Protein expression

Education

PhD in biochemistry/biophysics/structural biology

Tools

Titan Krios/K3

Tecnai T12

Job description

Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Feng Laboratory. The role centers on determining structures of membrane proteins using cryo-EM and applying biochemical/biophysical methods to study function and structure–function relationships.

The position offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and strong opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific growth, with a deadline of Nov. 16, 2026.