• HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in BCMP, Blacklow Lab

    Harvard University (Cambridge, MA)


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    Title HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in BCMP, Blacklow Lab

     

    School Harvard Medical School

     

    Department/Area Department of Biological Chemistry and Molecular Pharmacology

    Position Description

    The Blacklow lab at Harvard Medical School invites individuals to apply for a postdoctoral fellow position investigating the molecular structure and function of transmembrane signaling proteins. Our multidisciplinary and dynamic research team utilizes state-of-the-art structural biology, biochemistry, cell biology, and biophysical techniques to explore the molecular basis of cell signaling across biological membranes. Please see https://blacklow.hms.harvard.edu/ for additional information on areas of research. We welcome applications from recent PhD graduates who are interested in these or related fields, particularly those who may bring a new technology or perspective to bear on the work in the lab.

     

    Responsibilities include designing and executing experiments to elucidate the structural determinants of transmembrane signal transduction. Collaboration with team members specializing in molecular biology, computational modeling, and cell biology is encouraged, as is the presentation of research findings in international meetings and peer-reviewed publications. In addition to carrying out bench research, the successful candidate will be expected to apply for fellowship funding, contribute to the writing of grants and manuscripts, participate in teaching and mentoring of lab members as needed, and otherwise contribute to overall lab operations and collaborative environment.

     

    Salary and Benefits

     

    This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines.

     

    With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers ( HAW ) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your compensation and working conditions.

    Basic Qualifications

    Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, molecular biology, or related fields

    Additional Qualifications

    Special Instructions

    Required documents:

    + Curriculum Vitae

    + Summary of PhD research (Upload as Statement of Research)

    + Cover letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab.

    + Document containing names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your references (Upload as Note)

     

    Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Selected candidates will be invited for in-person interviews involving a research presentation on past work.

     

    This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance, business need, and continued funding to support the position.

    Contact Information

    240 Longwood Ave, Boston MA 02115

     

    Contact Email [email protected]

    Salary Range

    Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines

     

    Minimum Number of References Required 0

     

    Maximum Number of References Allowed 5

     

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