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                        Faculty-Equivalent, Cryo-Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM)

Position Summary: 

As part of its program focused on advancing new measurement technologies and standards for biomolecular structure and function, the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) Biomolecular Structure & Function Group seeks a ‘faculty-equivalent’ principle investigator to establish a research program focused on applications of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) in structural biology.  We are particularly interested in candidates with a focus on developing cryo-EM experimental techniques and data analysis tools, and who would leverage other structure methods [e.g. nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), macromolecular crystallography and/or small angle scattering], to advance the current state-of-the-art in structure-function analysis of biological systems of biopharmaceutical interest.

The successful candidate should have a PhD or equivalent, a strong research portfolio and publication record that demonstrates evidence of cryo-EM expertise complementary to current group research strengths in NMR, crystallography and small angle scattering.  He/she is expected to become a recognized leader in the field of cryo-EM and contribute to collaborative projects both within the group and with external partners.  US Citizenship is required.

The Biomolecular Structure & Function Group is located at the Institute for Bioscience and Biotechnology Research (IBBR), a joint federal-state research partnership between NIST and the University of Maryland.  IBBR operates state-of-the-art research facilities and is located in the heart of the biotechnology corridor in Rockville, Maryland. The Biomolecular Structure & Function Group is affiliated with the NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) and the NIST Biomanufacturing program. Our cryo-EM facility located at IBBR includes a newly installed 200 kV Talos-Arctica equipped with a Falcon III direct electron detector. A K3 direct electron detector and a Volta phase plate will be acquired soon in addition to a 200 kV Glacios microscope. State-of-the-art computational resources are available through the IBBR High Performance Computing Cluster.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications.

Applications: Applicants should send cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and contact information of three references to the attention of John P. Marino, Leader, Biomolecular Structure & Function Group: [email protected]. 

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