The Aubin-Tam group at the TU Delft is looking for a highly motivated post-doctoral researcher with a PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, biophysics or a related field. This post-doctoral position concerns structural and functional studies on a motor protein integrated in the membrane, and crucial for protein degradation. The project will require the successful candidate to use novel biophysical tools. The project also involves structural studies with cryo-electron microscopy, either through collaboration or by the candidate him/herself, depending on the candidate's background. Previous experience in the purification and study of membrane proteins is a plus.

The candidate should have a PhD degree in the field of biochemistry, structural or molecular biology, biophysics or a related field. Good communication skills in English are required.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We hope to fill the position as soon as possible.

Fixed-term contract: 3 years.

The TU Delft offers a customisable compensation package, a discount for health insurance and sport memberships, and a monthly work costs contribution. Flexible work schedules can be arranged. An International Children’s Centre offers child care and an international primary school. Dual Career Services offers support to accompanying partners. Salary and benefits are in accordance with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities.

For more information about this position, please contact Marie-Eve Aubin-Tam, phone: +31 (0)15-2782853, e-mail: M.E.Aubin-Tam@tudelft.nl. To apply, please e-mail a detailed CV and names of references along with a letter of application by 1 August 2017 to M.E.Aubin-Tam@tudelft.nl.
When applying for this position, please refer to vacancy number TNWBN17-027.

Delft University of Technology

Delft University of Technology (the TU Delft) is a multifaceted institution offering education and carrying out research in the technical sciences at an internationally recognised level. Education, research and design are strongly oriented towards applicability. The TU Delft develops technologies for future generations, focusing on sustainability, safety and economic vitality. At the TU Delft you will work in an environment where technical sciences and society converge. The TU Delft comprises eight faculties, unique laboratories, research institutes and schools.

Applied Sciences

The Department of Bionanoscience at the TU Delft is dedicated to research at the interface between nanoscience, synthetic biology, and cell biology. It studies single molecules and single cells in all their complexity down to the molecular level, from both fundamental scientific and application points of view. It operates as part of the Kavli Institute of Nanoscience at the Faculty of Applied Sciences and aims at a leading international position.

The Aubin-Tam group is dynamic and highly multidisciplinary.
Visit our website for more information:
aubintamlab.tudelft.nl