PostDoc
Positions (m/f/d) in Electron Cryo-Tomography (cryo-ET)

There are exciting immediate Postdoctoral
positions in the lab of Stefan Raunser in the Department of Structural
Biochemistry at the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Physiology in Dortmund,
Germany. This is a unique opportunity to become a part of a world-renowned
research institute with a diverse faculty with backgrounds in chemistry,
biology and physics, and to perform interdisciplinary science in a lively and
supportive environment!

We seek highly motivated, self-driven and creative
thinkers who are prepared to take risks in defining and addressing important
scientific problems, and who use quantitative experimental, computational
and/or technical approaches in their work. The positions are available immediately in the Department of Structural
Biochemistry (Director: Stefan Raunser) and are initially limited to 3 years.

Summary:

Research
projects in the Raunser lab focus on important biological questions concerning
the structural organization of muscles, cytoskeletal proteins and bacterial
toxin complexes. Our ultimate goal is to understand the mechanisms and
structure-function relationship underlying these processes in health and
disease in molecular detail. To this end, we employ single particle electron
cryo-microscopy (cryo-EM), cryogenic focused ion beam milling (cryo-FIB), electron
cryo-tomography (cryo-ET), X-ray crystallography, biochemical and biophysical
methods and cell biology.

There are
several projects available in our lab for talented and outstanding young
researchers who are eager to apply cryo-FIB and cryo-ET to look deeper into
cells and tissues in order to visualize and understand cellular components that
have never been seen before.

Requirements:

Ideal
candidates should hold an excellent PhD in structural biology, biophysics,
physics or in an equivalent area with previous experience in single particle cryo-EM
or cryo-ET.

Strong
written and
oral communication skills in English are required. 

Why
join us?

Being
a part of the community at the Max Planck Institute is more than just a job. Our dynamic research environment, distinct
culture, and diverse community foster collaboration and excellence in every
corner of science. We offer an extensive range of benefits and resources such
as:

•       access
to state-of-the-art research facilities

•       opportunities
to collaborate on cutting-edge research

•       an
international and exciting working atmosphere

•       an
integrated training program that includes lectures, advanced scientific
workshops, complementary skill courses and opportunities for career development

•       a
mentoring program to guide and promote young scientists

Salary:

Payment depends on personal conditions
and qualification according to the directive of the TVöD. Social benefits
correspond to those of the public service.

How to Apply:

Applicants should submit a CV, a motivation
letter outlining research experiences and interests and two reference letters by
April 7^th, 2023 to Stefan Raunser at raunser-jobsearch@mpi-dortmund.mpg.de

Additional
Information:

The Max Planck Society (Max Planck
Gesellschaft – MPG) is committed to increasing the number of individuals with
disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such
qualified individuals. The MPG seeks to increase the number of women in those
areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women
to apply. Furthermore, the MPG strives to foster an inclusive culture and
diversity within its workforce. Therefore, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply
and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any
other characteristic protected by applicable law.