PROJECT ASSOCIATE – Structural Biology

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:

• Master's degree or equivalent in discipline of life sciences OR B. Tech with 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in gene cloning, recombinant protein expression, purification and biophysical/biochemical characterization.
• Qualification of GATE or equivalent is preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Perform cloning, protein expression and purification studies
• Support and enable large-scale protein purifications in quality and quantity suitable for X-ray crystallography
• Produce and purify isotope labeled protein for NMR
• Crystallization of protein-ligand complexes.
• Regular data analysis, project updates, literature survey and presentations on the target(s)
• Participate in project team meeting and contribute to the projects intellectually.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team and maintenance of good laboratory practices in work environment

DUTIES AND JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Ensure timeliness and accuracy of the results and of written reports.
• Expedite the completion of projects and ensure that appropriate turn-around goals are met. Perform troubleshooting of problems with procedures, methods and protocols in all aspects of molecular and structural biology.
• Give presentation to the collaborators and group members.
• Support protein design, expression and purification for small-molecule discovery.
• Computer skills with experience in data management, data analysis and statistical analysis.
• Must be detail oriented, well organized, and have strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with up-to-date laboratory safety protocols and employs them in the course of all work.
• Help with the organization and maintenance of the laboratory and its equipment.
• Excellent teamwork skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced, multi - disciplinary environment.

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates may send in the following information by email to jobs-ccbt@instem.res.in

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Publication list
• Contact details of three professional referees
• Specify "Structural Biology" and your designation in the subject line of your email