Position ID: | Cornell-LASSP-RETDOC [#18026] |
Position Title: | Physics Postdoctoral Associate: Microfabrication |
Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] |
Subject Areas: | Physics / Biological Physics, Biophysics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, X-ray Science |
Appl Deadline: | 2021/06/01 11:59PM![]() |
Position Description: |
Applications are invited
for one or two postdoctoral positions in development of physics-based experimental
and computational/analysis methods for understanding the structure and function
of biomolecular systems. The work will involve CAD design, microfabrication (using Cornell’s outstanding
Nanofabrication Facility (www.cnf.cornell.edu)),
apparatus construction, X-ray data collection (at CHESS, NSLS, or APS),
electron diffraction data collection and analysis using Cornell facilities,
laboratory-based experiments, and modeling and analysis of data. The
postdoctoral associate(s) will be expected to collaborate with CHESS staff
scientists and other members of the microfabrication, structural biology, and X-ray
science communities at Cornell, and to assist in supervising graduate and
especially undergraduate students. Applicants may have a
Ph.D. in physics, biophysics, applied physics, structural/molecular biology,
chemistry, materials science or related fields. The initial Postdoctoral
Associate appointment will be for one year, with the expectation for renewal
for at least one additional year. Start dates are flexible and can be as
early as June 2021. The group of Prof. Robert
Thorne at Cornell University studies a variety of biological, chemical, and
materials physics problems relevant in probing and understanding biomolecular
structure and function, and develops new methods for synchrotron X-ray and
electron diffraction-based study of biomolecular systems. Our emphasis is on
fundamental understanding and methods. Methods and tools we have developed are
used by structural biologists around the world. Information on our current and
past projects is available at www.lassp.cornell.edu/Thorne/research.html. The postdoctoral
position(s) will focus on developing and applying tools and methods for time-resolved
crystallography, for cryogenic and time-resolved variable-temperature
small-angle X-ray scattering, for single-particle cryo-electron microscopy, and
for interpreting the resulting data to extract information about biomolecular
structure, function, and energy landscapes. They will allow fundamental
biophysical questions regarding enzymatic mechanisms, protein folding, protein
evolution, allostery, and solvent structure and interactions to be addressed. The work will make
extensive use of the highly flexible facilities for X-ray science available at
the Cornell High-Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) (www.chess.cornell.edu), and the outstanding
microbeam capabilities at NSLS-II. Application material should
be submitted to Academic Jobs Online. Complete applications will include
a brief cover letter, a CV, a detailed summary
of research experience and interests, and three letters of recommendation.
Recommendation letters, if not initially provided, will be requested
after application screening.
Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s
heritage. The College of Arts and Sciences at Cornell embraces diversity and
seeks candidates who will create a climate that attracts students and faculty
of all races, nationalities, and genders. We strongly encourage women and
underrepresented minorities to apply. Cornell University is a recognized EEO/AA
employer and educator, valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with
Disabilities.
For further information, please contact Prof. Robert E.
Thorne ret6@cornell.edu Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. |