Postdoctoral Fellowships (Full Time)
Biophysics (live imaging)
http://nmnf.epfl.ch
Date posted:
February 14th, 2008
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post-doctoral positions are available immediately in the Laboratory of Molecular
Neurobiology and Neuroproteomics (LMNN) at the Swiss Federal Institute of
Technology in Lausanne (EPFL), Switzerland.
The applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in molecular/cellular biology or
biophysics with extensive experience in cellular imaging, including live
imaging, FRET/FRAP/TIRF, and related techniques.
We are
looking for highly motivated individuals to work as members of an
interdisciplinary group working at the interface of chemistry and biology. The
candidate must have a strong skills and record of accomplishment in these
areas. Good writing and communication skills are important, and the ability to
be a team player and interact with several groups is a must. The candidate will
benefit from working with a very dynamic and multidisciplinary group working at
the interface of chemistry and biology. Salary range (~ $63 – 75,000), depending on years of experience.
Research efforts in the Lashuel's laboratory cover the
following topics: (1) Elucidating the structural basis of amyloid-associated
toxicity in neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and
Huntington's disease; (2) Understanding the role of quaternary structure in
protein function and disease with emphasis on proteins involved in
neurodegenerative and inflammatory diseases; (3) developing novel chemical and
physical approaches and tools to monitor and control protein misfolding and
protein aggregation in vitro and in vivo; (4) developing cellular models of
neurodegeneration in Parkinson's disease; (5) developing novel therapeutic
strategies based on modulating protein aggregation and clearance. (6)
Exploiting amyloid fibril formation for constructing polypeptide materials with
potential applications in biotechnology and medicine.
Interested applicant should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and
the names and addresses of three references to: Prof. Hilal A. Lashuel at the
address shown above or by email: [hidden email]
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