Post-doctoral research position at the European Institute of Oncology
Milan, Italy
A postdoctoral research position in structural biology is available in
Marina Mapelli's group at the IFOM-IEO Campus, Milano.
The group interests focuses on the structural and functional aspects
of protein complexes governing spindle orientation
during asymmetric cell divisions. We use a combination of biochemical,
biophysical and structural methods to study the molecular
mechanisms underlying spindle dynamics, and how they relate to the
asymmetric outcome of a cell division
(for more info please see http://www.ifom-ieo-campus.it/research/mapelli.php)
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We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic postdoctoral fellow
interested in understanding how protein structures relate with their
cellular activity.
Applicants should have recently obtained a Ph.D. in biochemistry,
structural biology or equivalent qualification in a relevant research
area.
Ideal candidates should have experience in multi-protein complex
reconstitution, protein purification and engineering.
Knowledge of x-ray crystallography will be an advantage.
The Structural Biology Department of the IFOM-IEO Campus is equipped
with the state-of-the-art apparatus for protein purification and
crystallization, including a nanodrop crystallization robot and an
automated imaging system, and has good access to the synchrotron
beamlines.
Successful candidates will benefit from a stimulating and
collaborative environment within the Campus (http://www.ifom-ieo-campus.it/
).
The position is founded for three years starting from February 2010.
It will remain open until filled.
Postdoc applicants should send their enquiries by e-mail to Marina
Mapelli (marina.mape...@ifom-ieo-campus.it),
including a cover letter and their cv. They should also ask two
referees to send letters of recommendation at the same electronic
address.
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Marina Mapelli, PhD
Department of Experimental Oncology
European Institute of Oncology
Via Adamello 16, I-20139 Milan, Italy
tel: ++39-02-9437-5018/5042
fax: ++39-02-94375990
email: marina.mape...@ifom-ieo-campus.it
http://www.ifom-ieo-campus.it/research/mapelli.php
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