The Patel structural biology lab is set to
open on March 1, 2016 in the Department of Biology at the Southern University
of Science and Technology of China (SUSTech) in Shenzhen. SUSTech, located in picturesque
and environmentally healthy Shenzhen, is a new University that aims to become a
world-leader in Sciences and Engineering. The structural biology component of
the program consists of innovative, vibrant, and interactive research groups supported
by state-of-the-art newly set up biochemical, molecular biology and structural
core facilities.
Three technician positions are open in the Patel lab
at SUSTech. The Patel lab applies structural biology approaches (currently
x-ray and NMR, as well as cryoEM in the future) to study various aspects of RNA
structure and catalysis, RNA interference mediated pathways, histone and DNA
mediated epigenetic regulation, and cytoplasmic DNA sensors mediating the
interferon response.
Please visit http://www.mskcc.org/mskcc/html/10829.cfm for
more information on the current research in the Patel lab.
Position Description:
1. The technician candidate must be
highly motivated, hard-working and open to exploring new areas of science.
2. The candidate must be willing to work efficiently
under supervision, with good work ethics and teamwork spirit.
3. The candidate will also participate in common lab
responsibilities including basic molecular biology experiments and the
maintenance of lab equipment.
Qualifications:
1. The technician candidate should hold
a Masters degree in the life sciences.
2. The candidate should have solid experience in biochemistry
and molecular/cell biology, with emphasis on protein expression (from E. coli
and insect cells) and purification.
3. The candidate should have a working knowledge of English
and Chinese, along with good communication and interpersonal skills.
Salary:
The candidate will be offered an
attractive salary and benefits package that will be dependent on experience.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and two
letters of recommendation (in English and to be sent directly) to Sis Li at liss6@sustc.edu.cn.
The te SUSTech
chnician positions will remain open until filled.