Postdoc position openings in these research groups:

• Prof. Haiqing Zhao

Dr. Haiqing Zhao’s research lab at the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB), in the Dept. of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology and the Sealy Center for Structural Biology and Molecular Biophysics, focuses on developing and applying computational approaches to study Protein-Protein Interactions (PPIs). These approaches examine the molecular biophysics and interaction pathways of PPIs at both molecular and systems-wide levels. Currently, there are positions for 1-2 postdocs and 1 research associate (technician). Candidates with experience in computational biophysics/chemistry, or bioinformatics, particularly with a background in ML/AI are strongly preferred. They will work on using ML/AI to study Host-Pathogen Interactomes and PPI theory in general. Projects of this direction will collaborate with Galveston National Lab (BSL-4). Please click the lab website to learn more about our research and position descriptions.
Located in Galveston, Texas – a beautiful island just south of Houston, UTMB has the first medical school in Texas and the nation’s frst public medical school and hospital under unified leadership. It is involved in the world-class biomedical research community – Texas Medical Center (TMC) – the largest medical complex in the world. There are exceptional opportunities for scientific research and career development. As one example, multiple local predoctoral and postdoctoral fellowships are available. Please contact hazhao@utmb.edu with your CV if you are interested.

• Prof. Gabrielle Rudenko

An NIH-funded Post-doctoral fellowship position is available at the University of Texas (UTMB) located in the greater Houston area in the research team of Dr. Gabrielle Rudenko. We study the protein interaction network at synapses (the contact and communication point between neurons in neural circuits), and processes that control synapse development. Many of our proteins of interest serve as potential novel therapeutic targets for neurological disorders. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and dynamic structural biologist with experience in biochemistry, crystallography and/or cryoEM who is interested in combining the fields of structural biology and neuroscience.

Qualifications: Experience in protein crystallography, molecular biology, bacterial/insect cell culture, protein purification, crystallization and biophysical techniques. Good written and oral communication skills in English. Ability and desire to work as part of a highly motivated and collaborative team.

To apply, please e-mail the following to garudenk@utmb.edu: CV, contact information for three references (address, phone and e-mail), a list of your experimental expertise and skills relevant to this position. Visa sponsorship is available for non-US nationals. You must have received you PhD degree to be eligible. For more information please visit Dr. Gabrielle Rudenko's website.

• Prof. Guy Nir

For more information please visit Dr. Guy Nir's website.