Postdoctoral Researcher - Pharmacology and Toxicology

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and execute independent research projects on GPCRs and cell signaling.
• Perform membrane protein expression, purification, and structural studies using cryo-EM and/or crystallography.
• Apply computational modeling and integrate structural, biochemical, and cell biology data.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; develop and optimize methodologies.
• Prepare manuscripts, reports, and presentations of research findings.
• Participate in lab meetings and collaborate with team members.
• Aid in grant writing and fellowship applications.
• Mentor and train junior lab members as appropriate.
• Maintain laboratory organization, supplies, and experimental workflows.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Structural biology, biochemistry, biophysics, cell biology, computational biology, or related biomedical sciences.
• Protein expression and purification techniques.
• Data analysis, statistics, and scientific writing.
• Complex problem solving and critical thinking.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Experience with cryo-EM single particle analysis and/or X-ray crystallography.
• Familiarity with membrane protein biochemistry.
• Computational modeling and structural analysis tools.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required Education: PhD in a scientific field.
• Minimum Required Experience: 0 years.
• Preferred Experience: Postdoc experiences in structural biology field is preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids.
• Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids.
• Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.
• Sensory Acuity Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

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

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