Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields


Post-doctoral position


Stockholm, Sweden
Application deadline: 26 Jul 2013


The Högbom lab at the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics, Stockholm University has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral researcher in the area of metalloprotein structure and function. This position is available for a period of two years.

We study a number of proteins that utilize metals to perform very challenging chemical reactions such as oxygen activation, lipid oxidation and ribonucleotide reduction. The ideal candidate has a strong background and keen interest in biochemistry, biophysics, X-ray crystallography and/or electrochemistry and is familiar with basic molecular biology and protein production/purification methods. Enthusiasm for scientific discovery and problem solving skills are key personal traits required for this position. The successful candidate will be required to be available for occasional travel for synchrotron data collection and collaborations.

Applications will only be accepted via email to hogbomlab@gmail.com. Applicants should provide a cover letter with a statement of motivation, CV and contact details of three referees. Applications close on the 26th July.

More information about the Högbom lab can be found at:

http://www.dbb.su.se/en/?p=researchgroup&id=60