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Professional Aide

@ Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan, United States
OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Responsibilities:designing experiments, purifying proteins, analyzing data
Requirements Summary:Undergraduate degree in biochemistry/molecular biology or similar, minimum 1 year research experience; protein expression/purification and cryo-EM data experience desired; CV, cover letter, and three references required.
Technical Tools Mentioned:cryo-electron microscopy
Job Description

Position Summary(Basic Job Function)


This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides professional support. Responsibilities may include general business, science, medical, agricultural or other professional support functions. Term: Temps can work two (2) nine (9) month terms with a week break in service in between and at the end of the second term terminate for three (3) months or switch to an on-call. On-Call allowed to work 1039 hours in any twelve (12) month period.


Unit Position Summary


The candidate will carry out research projects to
structurally and functionally characterize the protein complexes of the yeast GET pathway.



This will involve designing the experiments, carrying out protein overexpression and purification experiments, and collecting and analyzing cryo-electron microscopy data.


The position will offer up to 40 hours per week in the lab on MSU's campus.  


Required qualifications:


Undergraduate degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or similar fields.


At least one year of research experience.


Desired Qualifications


Protein expression and purification skills.


Equal Employment Opportunity Statement


All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.


Required Application Materials


CV and cover letter.


Names and contact information for 3 professional references.


Work Hours


STANDARD 8-5


Website


https://bmb.natsci.msu.edu/