Employment Opportunities
Faculty
Position #07-48-0911
As part of an aggressive growth plan, the Department of Chemistry at NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY is seeking to fill a tenure track faculty position. Special consideration will be given to candidates with interdisciplinary research programs at the interface of Chemistry and ENERGY (especially in Solar Energy and Solar Fuels) or Chemistry and LIFE SCIENCES (especially in Biomolecular Imaging or BioAnalytical Chemistry). Hiring at the Assistant Professor rank is preferred; however, exceptional candidates at higher ranks will be considered. The successful candidate is expected to establish a nationally and internationally recognized research program and to demonstrate strong interests and abilities in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels in Analytical, Inorganic, or Physical Chemistry. Candidates must possess a PhD and post-doctoral experience in Chemistry or a related scientific field to be considered for this position. Candidates should submit electronic copies of their curriculum vitae, research proposals, and a cover letter at: http://jobs.ncsu.edu under position number 07-48-0911. Reviewing of applicant materials will begin on October 15, 2009 and will continue until candidates are selected. Candidates should request that three references upload their reference letters directly into the NCSU HR Employment System. We welcome the opportunity to work with candidates to identify suitable employment opportunities for spouses or partners. AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (919) 515-2135.
Staff
No staff positions are open at this time.
Postdoctoral Research Associates
Position #07-48-0914
The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University invites outstanding applications for a full time, 12-month (with a possibility of renewal dependent on satisfactory performance and continuation of funding) position of a Postdoctoral Research Associate, under the direction of Dr. Gavin Williams. You will be involved in projects involving the directed evolution of enzyme function, particularly those related to the biosynthesis of natural products and other small drug-like molecules. Our laboratory workspace if fully-equipped with molecular biology and protein production instrumentation and is newly-renovated. We also have access to robotic colony pickers and liquid handling machines. To be considered, applicants must have a Ph.D. in a bio-organic or related discipline. Experience with modern molecular biology techniques and organic synthesis is required, while expertise in directed evolution/natural product biosynthesis is preferred. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, ambitious, and enthusiastic about working in the laboratory with scientists at all levels of training. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Founded in 1887, North Carolina State University is the largest university in the State, with almost 32,000 students and 8,000 faculty and staff. NC State consistently ranks nationally among the top public universities and best higher-education values. For more information about NC State visit www.ncsu.edu.
Applicants should visit the job posting website at: https://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for position 07-48-0914 to submit an on-line application, detailed cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. Candidates should request that two references upload their reference letters directly into the NCSU HR Employment System. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Informal inquiries are encouraged and should be directed to Gavin_Williams@ncsu.edu.
North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.
Cell Biology / Chemical Biology Position (Postdoctoral Associate) The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University invites outstanding applications for an ACS funded, full time, 12-month position (with a possibility of renewal) of a Postdoctoral Research Associate, under the direction of Dr. Alexander Deiters. The broad objective of the project is to develop and apply new molecular tools for the investigation of microRNA function involved in human diseases, especially cancer and viral infection. To be considered, applicants must have a Ph.D. in a biological, chemical, or related discipline. Experience with mammalian cell culture and molecular biology techniques is required. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, open-minded, and enthusiastic about working in the laboratory with scientists at all levels of training. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Please submit an online application, a detailed cover letter, and curriculum vitae at http://jobs.ncsu.edu under position number 07-48-0913. You will also be asked to submit two reference contacts including email addresses. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Informal inquiries are encouraged and should be directed to alex_deiters@ncsu.edu.
North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.
POSTDOCTORAL POSITION IN BIOPHYSICS
Postdoctoral research position is available in the Laboratory of Prof. T. Smirnova at the North Carolina State University Chemistry Department (Raleigh, NC).Biophysical EPR of biological membranes and membrane proteins.
A doctoral degree or equivalent in a relevant science field such as chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, or molecular biology with experience in biomolecular engineering and use of physical methods in biology is required. Experience in Electron Spin Resonance spectroscopy and spin-labeling is desirable, but not required. Research projects include molecular mechanism of lipid transport by phosphatidylinositol transfer proteins (PITPs), self-assembly of viruses, and mechanisms of interactions of viral peptides with biological membranes.Applicants should visit the North Carolina State University job posting website at: https://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for position #07-48-0905 to submit an on-line application, detailed cover letter, and curriculum vitae. Applicants should also arrange to have at least two letters of recommendation sent to Prof. Tatyana I. Smirnova by e-mail: Tatyana_Smirnova@ncsu.edu.
Appointment will be made in accordance with all applicable employment policies of the North Carolina State University. Initial Postdoctoral appointment will be made for 1-2 years subject to renewal up to 4 years maximum (depending on funds availability). We are located at the Southeastern part of the USA in the Research Triangle Area of North Carolina that offer exceptional opportunities for living and research.
North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, North Carolina State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.
Postdoctoral position in high-resolution solid-state NMR of membrane proteins at North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC.
The position is up to two years (funded by a grant from the North Carolina Biotechnology Center) starting in March 2009. Various projects deal with new experimental and theoretical developments in solid-state NMR of oriented membrane proteins, including the studies of the conformations of viral peptides in various lipid environments.
Strong preference will be given to candidates who have in-depth experience in protein expression and purification, but individuals interested in solid-state NMR methodology development (pulse sequences and structure calculation algorithms) will also be considered. Prior knowledge of solid-state NMR is not essential. PhD in Chemistry or other closely related scientific field is required.
The lab is equipped with a 500 MHz Bruker spectrometer with probes for both static and rotating samples. More information about the lab can be found at:
http://www.ncsu.edu/chemistry/people/anevzorov.htmlFounded in 1887, North Carolina State University is the largest university in the State, with almost 32,000 students and 8,000 faculty and staff. NC State consistently ranks nationally among the top public universities and best higher-education values. For more information about NC State visit www.ncsu.edu.
To apply visit http://jobs.ncsu.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=82866. You will be required to complete an applicant profile and attach a cover letter and CV. Applicants must be available for an on-site interview. AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (919) 515-3148.
The Department of Chemistry at North Carolina State University invites outstanding applications for a full time, 12-month (with a possibility of renewal dependent on satisfactory performance and continuation of funding) position of a Postdoctoral Research Associate, under the direction of Dr. Alexander Deiters.
The broad objective of the project is to develop light-activated tools for the regulation of gene function. To be considered, applicants must have a Ph.D. in a biological or related discipline. Experience with modern molecular biology techniques is required and expertise in RNA biology and/or gene regulation is preferred. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, open-minded, and enthusiastic about working in the laboratory with scientists at all levels of training. Compensation is commensurate with experience.
Applicants should visit the job posting website at: https://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for position #07-48-0708 to submit an on-line application, detailed cover letter and Curriculum Vitae. Please send at least two letters of recommendation to Dr. Alexander Deiters, Department of Chemistry, North Carolina State University, Campus Box 8204, Raleigh, NC 27695-8204. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. Informal inquiries are encouraged and should be directed to
North Carolina State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.
