Postdoctoral fellows in Structure and function of human membrane proteins

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We are currently seeking several highly talented, innovative and results-driven persons for postdoctoral positions in structure and function of human membrane proteins in the Johansson laboratory at the Department of Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Institute of Biomedicine at the Göteborg University, Sweden.

Subject area 
Structure and function of human membrane proteins

Subject area description 
G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) and ion channels make up two of the largest sub-families of human membrane proteins. These proteins are important targets for therapeutic development and in particular GPCRs since they constitute about 30-40% of all therapeutic drug targets. Methodological breakthroughs have accelerated structure determination of human membrane proteins, however our understanding of the molecular bases of ligand binding and mechanisms of activation remain elusive.  We will characterize these proteins using structural, biophysical and pharmacological methods.

Duties 
The successful candidates will work on the structure and function of select human membrane protein targets, including G protein-coupled receptors and ion channels, using a combination of structural, biochemical and pharmacological approaches. The candidates will be encouraged and expected to conduct their research independently and to plan and execute research tasks in a timely manner. The candidates are also expected to travel for data collection purposes and to participate in collaborations with other research groups (either within Sweden or abroad). Additionally, the candidates may also be asked to assist in supervision of Masters or doctoral students.

Eligibility 
The eligibility criteria for employing teaching staff are set out in Chapter 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance and in the Appointment Procedure for Teaching Posts at the University of Gothenburg. 

To be eligible for appointment as a postdoc, the applicant is required to have a doctoral degree, a doctoral degree in art or a foreign degree that is deemed to be equivalent to a doctoral degree. This eligibility requirement must be met before the employment decision is made. 

In the first instance, those who have completed their degree no more than three years prior to the end of the application period shall be considered. Those who have completed their degree more than three years prior to the end of the application period may also be considered in the first instance if special grounds exist. Special grounds relate to leave of absence due to illness, parental leave, commissions of trust within union organisations, service within the defence services or other similar circumstances, as well as clinical service or service/assignment relevant to the subject area.  

Assessment criteria 
The applicants must have a PhD in a relevant area of research such as structural biology, biochemistry/biophysics, pharmacology or related fields. The successful candidates should have extensive experience in cloning, expression and purification of membrane proteins. Extra merit is given to those with previous experience in structural biology (cryo-EM or X-ray crystallography) or in pharmacology.

Great emphasis will be placed on the candidate’s personal suitability for the position and interest in the subject area as well as their long-term research goals. The work involves close collaborations with other researchers and thus demands flexibility and a willingness to travel for data collection purposes.  Excellent communication skills (spoken and written) in English are a prerequisite for the position.

Regulations for the evaluation of qualifications for academic positions are given in Chapter 4, Section 3 - 4 of the Higher Education Ordinance.

Employment 
The employment is full time and temporary, two years with the possibility of one year's extension, with placement at the Institute of Biomedicine. First day of employment as agreed. 

Contact information 
If you have any questions about the position, please contact: Linda Johansson; email: linda.johansson.4@gu.se; telephone: +46(0)766183244.

Unions 
Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/om-universitetet/jobba-hos-oss/hjalp-for-sokande 

 

Application 

Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.  

The application should contain:

- A cover letter giving a brief description of previous research experience, and a motivation to why you are applying

- A CV including a list of publications

- Proof of completed PhD

- Contact details of two references

 

Applications must be received by: 2022-06-21

 

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