Postdoctoral Fellow Jobs

Position Description:

We’re looking for those individuals—the creative thinkers and innovation seekers—who are content with nothing short of changing the world. Discover the endless opportunities within the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) and be inspired by the work we can do together to improve health, and make a positive, daily impact in our communities. In the role of Postdoctoral Fellow you will be working in Cell Biology, Neurobiology and Anatomy.

Purpose

Post-doctoral position is available in the Department of Cell Biology focused on protein structure and biochemistry of G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs). Our lab aims to uncover binding motifs of several chemical probes designed with pathway-selective signaling using structural approaches including cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, EPR/DEER, and NMR approaches. Our lab is a highly-creative, fast-paced and dynamic environment that spans multiple disciplines with aims toward publishing high-impact discoveries in the GPCR or membrane protein fields of study.

We welcome highly-motivated and well-organzied candidates capable of independent work in a laboratory setting. Candidates should have strong interests in structural biology and biophysical techniques and strong background in biochemistry or structural biology related fields of study.

Primary Functions

Preferred Schedule:
M-F

Position Requirements:

Minimum Required Education: PhD

Minimum Required Experience: Laboratory experience required

Preferred Education: Biology or Chemistry or Pharmacology or Biochemistry

Preferred Experience: Molecular Biology, Tissue Culture, Protein Purification

Field: Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Structural Biology


Why MCW?

• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine. MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion.

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