Protein Structure & Function Research Scientist

University of Georgia- FACS; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist in Athens to conduct integrated wet lab and computational studies on protein structure and function. This 12-month, externally funded position emphasizes independence in research and collaboration with a bioinformatics institute.

The candidate must hold a PhD and have substantial postdoctoral experience, with strong capabilities in protein analysis and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field.
• At least 5 years of postdoctoral experience conducting research on the structure and function of proteins.
• Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Ability to conduct wet lab and computational analysis for the structure and function of kinases.

Responsibilities

• Research Scientist combining wet lab and computational approaches to analysis and understanding of protein structure and function.
• Be able to fund ≥90% of salary from current research contracts and grants with continued expectation at this level.

Skills

Postdoctoral experience

Computational analysis

Wet lab skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related field

Tools

Protein structure analysis software

Job description

University of Georgia is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist in Athens to conduct integrated wet lab and computational studies on protein structure and function. This 12-month, externally funded position emphasizes independence in research and collaboration with a bioinformatics institute.

The candidate must hold a PhD and have substantial postdoctoral experience, with strong capabilities in protein analysis and mentoring.