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Post-Doctoral Position
Laboratory of Infectious Diseases
Division of Intramural Research
National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
National Institutes of Health
A post-doctoral position is available at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Bethesda,
Maryland, in the Laboratory of Infectious Diseases (LID), Structural Informatics Unit
(SIU).
The SIU seeks to elucidate the molecular architecture, function and epitope diversity of
viral proteins. The research program exploits 3D electron microscopy of viruses and
protein complexes to obtain structural information. Structural analyses are supported by
other structural, biochemical, and immunological analyses in order to understand antigenantibody interactions and aid in both structure-assisted immunogen and therapeutic designs
for infectious diseases. Additionally, the research program integrates structural and
biochemical studies with bioinformatics, to facilitate a collaborative synergy between these
disciplines in the context of the focus on structure-function studies of viruses and viral
proteins. A major focus is on the antigenicity, structure, and function of respiratory viruses
such as influenza.
Ideal candidates can work collaboratively on problems related to virus structure, assembly,
and vaccine development. Candidates should have a strong background in at least one of
these areas: structural biology (cryo-electron microscopy or x-ray crystallography),
computational biology/image, or data processing. Individuals with backgrounds in areas
such as virology, protein biochemistry, vaccine development, and animal studies are also
strongly encouraged to apply.
Requirements:
Applicants must have a Ph.D. or M.D., or equivalent, and less than five (preferably less
than two) years of postdoctoral experience. The SIU of the LID is located on the main
NIH campus. The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and
employment programs.
To Apply:
Candidates should submit a CV, a one-page research experience summary describing
research accomplishments and contact information for three letters of reference. Please
write "Postdoctoral Application" in the subject header and send to:
Audray K. Harris, Ph.D.
Laboratory of Infectious Diseases
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
National Institutes of Health
50 South Drive, Room 6351, MSC 8005
Bethesda, MD 20892-8005 USA
email: [email protected]
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