Postdoctoral Position - Department of Chemistry (Fuglestad Lab)
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Full-time
Science
Posted on May 24, 2023
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
An NIH funded postdoctoral position is available in the Fuglestad Lab at Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Chemistry. We are looking for a skilled, motivated, and enthusiastic candidate to join our team. Research will include structural, biophysical, and inhibitor design studies focusing on membrane-interacting proteins. Candidates will have the opportunity to gain experience in techniques including recombinant protein expression and purification, protein NMR, fluorescence methods, inhibitor design, enzymatic and cellular assays, and others. Job duties also include writing journal articles, presenting research at conferences, assisting with grant writing, training and supervising students, and other career development opportunities. The position is fully funded by an NIH grant (>2 years), the initial term of appointment is one year with renewal dependent on performance. Interested candidates are encouraged to find more information at our lab website (https://www.fuglelab.com/). Please send a CV, a brief cover letter, and the contact information for three references to Dr. Brian Fuglestad (fuglestadb@vcu.edu)
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A PhD in Chemistry, Biophysics, Biomedical Science, or a related discipline.
Ability to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with a motivated team.
Strong written and verbal skills are required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in one or more of the following techniques: recombinant protein expression and purification, protein NMR, fluorescence methods, inhibitor design, and enzymatic and cellular assays.
Research background within the following areas: medicinal chemistry, molecular biophysics, or chemical biology.
Salary Range: Starting at 56,484
Position Details:
Department: Department of Chemistry
Employment Type: PD - Post Doc
Restricted Status:
FTE: 1
Exemption Status: Exempt
Contact Information:
Contact Name: Brian Fuglestad
Contact Email: fuglestadb@vcu.edu
Contact Phone: