Structural Biology Project Scientist — Cryo-EM

University of California; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, Davis is seeking an Assistant Project Scientist in the structural biology of microtubule-based motors and regulatory proteins. The role emphasizes developing research plans, conducting experiments, cryo-EM sample preparation, data analysis, and manuscript preparation in a collaborative lab.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. with substantial postdoctoral experience and a track record in structural biology.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics or structural biology with ≥5 years postdoctoral training.
• Strong record of first-author publications in biophysics/structural biology.
• Experience in molecular biology, protein purification, reconstitution and cryo-EM sample prep.
• Familiarity with single-particle cryo-EM data collection and interpretation.
• Ability to mentor students and work collaboratively in a lab.

Responsibilities

• Join an existing program focused on microtubule-based motors and regulatory assemblies.
• Develop research plans and drive experimental efforts and analyses.
• Coordinate collaborations and expand expertise to complete projects.
• Prepare figures and manuscripts; contribute to publications as needed.
• Assist in grant-related writing and present results at seminars.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students and train lab members.

Skills

Cryo-EM

Relion

Cryosparc

Protein purification

Molecular biology

Single-particle analysis

Education

Ph.D. in biochemistry/biophysics/structural biology

Tools

Relion

Cryosparc

Job description

The University of California, Davis is seeking an Assistant Project Scientist in the structural biology of microtubule-based motors and regulatory proteins. The role emphasizes developing research plans, conducting experiments, cryo-EM sample preparation, data analysis, and manuscript preparation in a collaborative lab.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. with substantial postdoctoral experience and a track record in structural biology.