The
research group of Dr. Sozanne Solmaz is looking to recruit a postdoctoral
research associate. The Solmaz laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms
for precise, bi-directional positioning of the cell nucleus by microtubules
motors. These cellular transport pathways are essential for the generation of
the majority of the cells in the brain and associated mutations cause
devastating brain and muscle developmental diseases, including spinal muscular
atrophy, which is the most common genetic cause of death in infants. The successful
candidate will combine cutting edge structural biology approaches (X-ray
crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy) with biophysical techniques, protein
biochemistry, neuroscience and cell biology to investigate how teams of opposing motor complexes collaborate to achieve correct
timing, directionality and velocity for the positioning of the cell nucleus
during brain development (e.g. eLife 2022, doi: 10.7554/eLife.74714, PLoS Genet.
2023, doi: 0.1371/journal.pgen.1010642). The ideal candidate for this position
will be highly motivated to work both independently to successfully execute the
required studies outlined in our NIH-funded R01 grant and will also thrive in a
highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment where they interact with
other scientists. Binghamton University is a top-ranked public university in
Upstate New York with a vibrant research community and low cost of living.

Additional
information can be found on the lab webpage:

 https://ssolmaz7.wixsite.com/sozannesolmaz 

Full
publication list: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/myncbi/18yYo5cdBfekq/bibliography/public/

Apply
at the following link:

https://rfbu.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp;jsessionid=D3E5E3750753744A15A0DB886D685BEB?JOBID=170221

Eligibility
Requirements

• PhD degree or equivalent in Biochemistry, Biophysics,
  Structural Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy or a related area, before the start
  date.
• The application package should include a CV, a research
  statement summarizing past research, a cover letter and three letters of
  recommendation.
•  No other experience required. Experience in protein
  purification, biophysical characterization, structural biology or cell biology
  is a plus.

Applications
will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The
start date is flexible.