Postdoctoral Research Associate in Structural

Working with us / Research Staff

**Postdoctoral Research Associate in Structural Biology at ELETTRA**: Deadline: 05 June 2023

Ref: DA/23/14

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**_Beamline / Project / Activity description_**

**_Job description_**

**_Qualifications_**

A Ph.D. in biochemistry, chemistry, biology or related disciplines, with focus on macromolecular X-ray crystallography applied to drug discovery and a postdoctoral experience of at least 3 years in protein X-ray crystallography are required. Hands-on experience in protein expression and purification, strong knowledge of protein crystallography, from protein crystallization to structure determination using CCP4 Suite, Phenix, and most popular graphical programs of structural bioinformatics are expected. Proven experience in studies of protein-ligand binding and small-molecule development for drug discovery is also a prerequisite.

Experience in organic synthesis, reaction mechanisms, and organic molecule characterization (e.g., by NMR, FT-IR, UV-Vis, CD, and MALDI techniques) would be considered a plus. Skills in biophysical characterization would be a distinctive advantage. Proven experience in supporting and tutoring students/users, as well as supporting lab management and refurbishing will be evaluated as a relevant asset.

Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are essential. A working knowledge of Italian would be desirable, but is not required.

Good time management skills together with the ability to interact with staff and facility users and to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team is expected.
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- Applications should include full curriculum vitae, contact information (including electronic mail) of at least two references._
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- The interviews may be held via video conferencing._
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- In accordance with the provisions of article 21 of the Italian legislative decree no. 39/2013 and in conjunction with article 53 (subsection16ter) of Italian legislative decree no. 165/2001, employees or former employees of any Italian Public Entity who have exercised authority over Elettra Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. or have negotiated with Elettra - Sincrotrone Trieste S.C.p.A. within the last three years will be excluded from the present selection procedure._
- We thank all applicants in advance._