Research Associate III - Biological Chemistry

Onsite or Remote

Fully On-Site

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday; 8:00am to 5:00pm

Posted Date: 01/15/2026

Employment Type:

Duration indefinite

Job # 28111

The Department of Biological Chemistry works in cryo

EM and structural biology. Under general supervision of Prof. Gonen, the incumbent will be responsible for day‑to‑day running of the cryo

EM lab, collaborating with users, collecting cryo

EM data, analyzing data, solving structures (biological, organic, inorganic), training users, keeping records, maintaining all microscopes and related equipment, maintaining consumable stocks, interfacing with equipment service companies, filing reports after each user session, and filing an annual report of expenditure and income.

In addition, the incumbent will undertake research projects as directed by Prof. Gonen and will make independent contributions to cryo

EM experiments.

The incumbent will be responsible for implementing and performing a variety of new and ongoing experimental protocols, making significant and innovative contributions to cryo

EM concerning complex experimental procedures. Incumbent may be involved in writing and publishing manuscripts in journals, attending and presenting research results at laboratory meetings and academic conferences, and drafting grant proposals as needed under the guidance of Prof. Gonen.

Required:

• Experience in managing general responsibilities such as ordering and maintaining sample dewars and laboratory equipment; teaching students and other personnel cryo
  
  EM; processing data; structure refinement and solution.
• Training and experience in library preparation and data analysis of next‑generation sequencing data, including RNA sequencing, exome sequencing, and multiple genotyping techniques as well as molecular, biochemical, and cellular research.
• Knowledge of cryo
  
  EM software for data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform independently, organize and prioritize jobs (for self and assigned lab staff), manage time, and meet deadlines.
• Must have deep expertise in cryo
  
  EM, structure determination of macromolecules, crystallization of proteins, protein complexes, and ligands, data collection strategies, structure refinement, analysis, determination, reporting, and documentation.
• Ability in designing study strategies.
• Demonstrated ability in designing experiments and/or laboratory techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to establish new laboratory procedures and protocols successfully.
• Demonstrated experience in managing cryo
  
  EM laboratories for at least 2 years; interfacing with users; maintenance of all infrastructure.

Preferred:

• Bachelor in Chemistry or equivalent work experience preferred.