The Ghanbarpour Lab at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is recruiting a Postdoctoral Fellow to join their multidisciplinary research team. The lab focuses on structure–function studies in protein degradation and protein engineering, offering a unique opportunity for those interested in academic careers and advanced training in cutting-edge techniques. Research areas include cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM), cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), biochemistry, phenotypic assays, cell biology, mass spectrometry, and membrane biology. The lab environment is ideal for candidates seeking to develop expertise in both experimental and computational aspects of protein science.

The position is based in the United States at a leading medical research institution, providing access to state-of-the-art facilities and a collaborative scientific community. Applicants should have a PhD in biology, biochemistry, biomedical engineering, or a related field, and demonstrate a strong interest or experience in the lab’s research areas. The post is particularly suitable for those aiming to build a career in academia and multidisciplinary research.

Funding details are not specified in the announcement, but postdoctoral positions at Washington University School of Medicine are typically fully funded, including salary and benefits. Interested candidates should review the official job posting for further details and application instructions. The lab also encourages sharing this opportunity with others who may be interested.

For more information and to apply, visit the provided job posting link. The lab is led by Assistant Professor Alireza Ghanbarpour, whose research integrates advanced structural biology with innovative biochemical and cellular approaches to understand and engineer protein function.