Post Doc Research Associate

The Jomaa Lab at the University of Virginia is seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to join our interdisciplinary team studying the molecular basis of protein biogenesis at the endoplasmic reticulum and mitochondria. Our lab combines cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), cellular cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), biochemistry, and cell biology to uncover how protein targeting and translation are regulated under physiological and stress conditions. We are especially interested in candidates with experience in:

* Mammalian cell culture, including HEK293 or similar lines
* CRISPR-based gene editing for knockouts and knock-ins
* Yeast genetics and manipulation
* Structural biology techniques, particularly single-particle cryo-EM or cryo-ET
* Biochemical assays for ribosome and membrane protein complexes
* Familiarity with Linux, MATLAB, Python, or other computational tools is a plus

This position provides an excellent opportunity to work on high-resolution structural and cellular biology projects, using state-of-the-art instrumentation and in close collaboration with expert labs in biophysics, cell biology, and disease modeling.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Doctoral degree
Experience: None
Licensure: None

The position will remain open until filled. The selected applicants will be required to complete a background check prior to their first day of employment per University policy.

For additional information about the position, please contact Dr. Ahmad Jonaa at vve5sr@virginia.edu For questions about the application process, please contact Eric Allen, Academic Recruiter, at uth9qh@virginia.edu.

To Apply:

External applicants please apply HERE.

Internal applicants must apply through the Workday Home page, search "Find Jobs," and search for "R0075327

Complete an application online with the following documents:

• CV/Resume

• Cover letter

Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.

For questions about the application process, please contact Eric Allen, Academic Recruiter, at uth9qh@virginia.edu.

For more information on benefits, please visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.