Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
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Postdoctoral Scientist Autoimmunity and Thrombosis
The laboratory of Dr. Nicola Pozzi in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is recruiting a highly motivated and creative individual to work on an ambitious project whose goal is to elucidate the structural determinants underlying the function and recognition by autoantibodies of proteins playing critical roles in the autoimmune disorder Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) and COVID-19.
The candidate will have access to a vibrant, fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art instrumentation, including two Cryo-EM microscopes, dedicated Cryo-EM data analysis stations, robotic instrumentation for the preparation, screening, and imaging of crystals, two X-ray generators, confocal and TIRF microscopes with single-molecule sensitivity.
The candidate is expected to manage and carry through the research project and write scientific publications.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. degree in biochemistry, biophysics, physics, or related discipline.
- Proven experience in single-particle cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography and/or single-molecule fluorescence spectroscopy.
- Analytical and detailed oriented
- Proficient communication skills and ability to work independently
- Excellent English skills, written and spoken.
Salary will be competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. Interested candidates might directly contact Dr. Nicola Pozzi via email (https://biochem.slu.edu/people/pozzi/). Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations and a booster dose for all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment. Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.
The University will require all students, faculty and staff to obtain a booster vaccine dose prior to their start date, This applies to:
· All adults over the age of 18 years who completed their vaccine series with Pfizer or Moderna at least 6 months ago.
· Those who received the J&J vaccine at least two months ago.
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Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae. You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.
Function
Medical Research Primary Appointment 12 mo.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.
All About You
Postdoctoral Scientist Autoimmunity and Thrombosis
The laboratory of Dr. Nicola Pozzi in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology is recruiting a highly motivated and creative individual to work on an ambitious project whose goal is to elucidate the structural determinants underlying the function and recognition by autoantibodies of proteins playing critical roles in the autoimmune disorder Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) and COVID-19.
The candidate will have access to a vibrant, fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and state-of-the-art instrumentation, including two Cryo-EM microscopes, dedicated Cryo-EM data analysis stations, robotic instrumentation for the preparation, screening, and imaging of crystals, two X-ray generators, confocal and TIRF microscopes with single-molecule sensitivity.
The candidate is expected to manage and carry through the research project and write scientific publications.
Requirements
- A Ph.D. degree in biochemistry, biophysics, physics, or related discipline.
- Proven experience in single-particle cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography and/or single-molecule fluorescence spectroscopy.
- Analytical and detailed oriented
- Proficient communication skills and ability to work independently
- Excellent English skills, written and spoken.
Salary will be competitive and dependent on qualifications and experience. Interested candidates might directly contact Dr. Nicola Pozzi via email (https://biochem.slu.edu/people/pozzi/). Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Saint Louis University requires COVID-19 vaccinations and a booster dose for all students, staff, and faculty who are physically present on our St. Louis campuses. As a prospective and/or a new employee at Saint Louis University, you will be/are required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination is required before the start of employment in order to work at Saint Louis University. If you are not vaccinated, you are required to begin the vaccination process at the time of your first day of employment and submit proof of full vaccination within 30 days of your start date. Exemptions may be granted on the grounds of religious beliefs or medical circumstances. Failure to comply with the vaccine requirement within 30 days of an employee’s start date will result in termination of the employment. Proof of vaccine will be submitted through an online portal made available to you during your Workday onboarding tasks.
The University will require all students, faculty and staff to obtain a booster vaccine dose prior to their start date, This applies to:
· All adults over the age of 18 years who completed their vaccine series with Pfizer or Moderna at least 6 months ago.
· Those who received the J&J vaccine at least two months ago.
.
Applicants must include: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume/curriculum vitae. You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.
Function
Medical Research Primary Appointment 12 mo.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.
