Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health.

The duties and responsibilities contained in the job description are intended to be examples of the accountabilities for which the person in the position will demonstrate competency through performance. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Duties and responsibilities are subject to change and other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Summary:

The Feng Laboratory at Sanford Burnham Prebys Medical Discovery Institute invites applications for a dynamic and passionate postdoctoral fellow to join our team. We are dedicated to unraveling the structural and functional mechanisms of various disease-related membrane proteins and protein complexes, with a focus on endogenous ion channels.

In this role, the postdoctoral fellow will: 1. Employ cutting-edge cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) to elucidate protein structures. 2.Utilize various biochemical and biophysical methods to investigate protein functions.

The selected candidate will be an integral part of a collaborative and supportive research environment, with opportunities for professional development and interdisciplinary interaction. On campus, you will have access to state-of-the-art core facilities, including cryo-EM, biophysics, protein expression labs, and more. This is a fully funded position that offering a unique opportunity for sustained research and publication.

Sanford Burnham Prebys is a preeminent, independent biomedical research institute dedicated to understanding human biology and disease and advancing scientific discoveries to profoundly impact human health. For over 40 years, our research has produced breakthroughs in cancer, neuroscience, immunology, and children’s diseases, and is anchored by our NCI-designated cancer center and advanced drug discovery capabilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Demonstrate knowledge and ability to learn to advance projects

· Generate hypotheses, design experiments, interpret data, trouble shoot and optimize experiments

· Be able to analyze and interpret data from different sources and draw relevant conclusions

· Be able to present results at internal and external meetings

· Accurately document experiments

· Contribute to the writing of reports and manuscripts with increasing responsibility over time

· Work collaboratively across lab functions and train other junior lab staff as needed

Education and/or Experience:

· PhD in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Structural Biology, or a related field.

· Experience in cryo-EM data processing, protein biochemistry, electrophysiology or computational biology is advantageous.

· A strong track record of research achievements and excellent communication skills.

Other Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

· Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills

· Excellent data presentation, verbal, and written communication skills

· Possess strong attention to detail, analytical, time management, and interpersonal skills

· Embody the Institute's core values of Commitment, Collaboration, Communication, Community and Compassion

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No, this position does not have any formal supervisory responsibilities

Compensation:

The expected hiring range for this position is $70,000/annually commensurate with skills and experience.

Sanford Burnham Prebys celebrates the rich diversity of our scientists, students and staff, who hail from more than 30 countries. Our diverse and inclusive environment catalyzes innovation and fuels discovery, enhancing the value and impact of our research.

We welcome talented individuals of all backgrounds regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

If you need an accommodation seeking employment with Sanford Burnham Prebys, please email accommodations@sbpdiscovery.org. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.