POSTDOCTORAL POSITION
An immediate opening for a postdoctoral position in protein
crystallography is available in the laboratory of Dr. Menachem Shoham at
Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. Experience in
protein crystallography is a prerequisite, experience in molecular
biology and/or protein purification is considered an advantage. Projects
in the laboratory include several proteins of the immune system, a
G-coupled receptor protein, as well as extremophilic proteins from
halophilic, acidophilic and thermophilic organisms. Several
collaborating laboratories provide a stimulating environment in
structural biology for an enthusiastic individual.
The laboratory is equipped with a San Diego Multiwire area detector and
a Rigaku AFC6 diffractometer mounted on a Rigaku RU200 rotating anode
X-ray generator, SGI Indigo2 XZ workstation with access to the Ohio
Supercomputer Center, crystallization robot as well as standard
biochemical equipment.
Salary will be according to the NIH payscale with an additional flexible
employee benefits package.
The University is located in the midst of the Cultural Center of
Cleveland which includes the Cleveland Orchestra, the Art Museum,
Natural History Museum, Cleveland Institute of Music, Cinematheque, etc.
Affordable housing is available within a short commute or even within
walking distance from the laboratory.
Please contact Dr. Menachem Shoham, Case Western Reserve University,
School of Medicine, Department of Biochemistry, 10900 Euclid Ave,
Cleveland, Ohio 44122-4935, U.S.A. FAX 216-368-4544.
E-mail address shoham at biocserver.bioc.cwru.edu.
