Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Membrane Structural and
Functional Biology – Caffrey Lab

Trinity College Dublin,
Ireland

Post Summary. The Membrane
Structural and Functional Biology group seeks to solve the structure of
medically important membrane proteins for use in structure/function studies and
for structure-based therapeutics development. Target proteins are involved in
communicable and non-communicable diseases.

A postdoctoral research position is available in the Group. We are
looking for a highly motivated, creative, and hardworking individual with
experience in membrane protein structural and functional biology to join our
team at Trinity in a lab that offers superb facilities and a supportive
environment. A primary responsibility will be to take a leadership role in
completing and publishing several extant projects in the Group that are at
various stages of fruition.

Person Specification. The candidate
must have a Ph.D. in biochemistry, biophysics, molecular biology, or a related
field. Demonstrated success in recombinant membrane protein production,
purification, and functional characterization along with expertise in
macromolecular X-ray crystallography and/or cryo-electron microscopy is
required. The candidate should be a highly motivated and creative individual
who enjoys working as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary team. Strong
leadership, communication and teaching skills are decided assets. A willingness
and freedom to travel worldwide on short-term projects is expected. 

Salary. €42,782 – €50,539 per annum depending on
experience

Closing Date. Until
the position is filled

Principal Investigator. Martin Caffrey https://www.tcd.ie/Biochemistry/research/caffrey/  

Application Procedure. Candidates
are asked to submit a letter detailing education, training, and laboratory
experience. In the letter, the candidate should outline why they feel they are
suitable for the position in an interdisciplinary group that will involve
extensive interaction with collaborators and data collection at facilities around
the globe. The letter of application must be accompanied by a comprehensive
CV to include the names and contact details of two referees (email addresses
and phone numbers to be provided). At least one referee should be an individual
the candidate has worked with and who has agreed to provide a letter of
reference on the candidate’s behalf. The letter and CV should be combined
in a single PDF and emailed to martin.caffrey@tcd.ie.