BACKGROUND

Electron cryomicroscopy (cryo-EM) is an emerging structure determination technique for solving structures of large macromolecular assemblies. Cryo-EM does not require crystalline order for the studied object. This unique capability makes cryo-EM extremely valuable in imaging and solving the structures and the dynamics of biological macromolecular machines.

The position is available in the Department of Biological Sciences, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana, USA. Check http://jiang.bio.purdue.edu for more information.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The research focus for this position is to develop image processing methods for high resolution and high throughput 3-D structural determination of biological macromolecular complexes using single particle and tomographic electron cryomicroscopy.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. degree in physics, engineering, computer science, or related fields.

PREFERENCES

Experiences in Fourier analysis, image processing, programming and parallel computing are preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

Please send CV, statement of research interests and three references to Dr. Wen Jiang (jiang12#purdue.edu)

DEADLINE

The position is immediately available and will remain open until filled.