Dear all I would appreciate if you could forward the included announcement to people you know that may be interested.
With best regards, Raimond Ravelli ++++++++++++++++++ PHD STUDENTS AND POSTDOCTORAL POSITIONS IN STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY AT THE LEIDEN UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER TWO PhD STUDENTS are sought for a NWO funded project to study the structure and function of macromolecules that form part of the dynamic cytoskeleton. M.S. or equivalent degree in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, biophysics or biological sciences is required. Previous experience with electron microscopy, image analysis, X-ray crystallography, or protein expression and purification would be an advantage. We are looking for a highly motivated applicant that wants to excel both in theoretical and practical tasks and would like to work in an internationally-oriented research environment. Appointment is for four years. A POSTDOCTORAL POSITION is available to work on methods to improve on the resolution and quality of models of macromolecular complexes obtained with cryo electron microscopy. You hold a university degree in structural biology, informatics, chemistry or (bio-) physics. The ideal applicant has experience with high-resolution electron microscopy, image analysis, and X-ray crystallography. Experience in protein expression and purification is an advantage. You have an excellent record in presenting your work in scientific papers and at international conferences. You are an enthusiastic team player with good communication skills and attention to detail. Appointment is for two to four years. At the Leiden University Medical Centre (LUMC), The Netherlands, we are continually seeking to improve the quality of healthcare. You will work within the Electron Microscopy section of the department of Molecular Cell Biology. This group specializes in techniques for electron microscopy, correlative microscopy, cryo-tomography, image analysis and cell biology to gain new information on biological systems and their cellular regulation. Excellent resources for sample preparation, light microscopy, electron microscopy and image processing are available, including access to three Technai Fei microscopes (all equipped with 4k cameras) and a dedicated 56 processor cluster. We use access to synchrotrons for X-ray diffraction and imaging experiments. The positions could start as soon as possible. Informal enquires can be made to Dr Raimond Ravelli, telephone +31 (0)71 526 94 99, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED], or Prof. Dr Bram Koster, telephone +31 (0)71 526 92 94, e-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Applications should be made by following the instructions on http://www.lumc.nl/home/0004/23583/80611011354221/
