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Postdoc Position

Postdoc Associate

University at Buffalo · United States
Deadline
Apr 15, 2027
Closing in 178 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Fixed contract (1-4 years)
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Oct 17, 2026
Offered salary$50,000 - $55,000

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Posting Details

Position Information
Fiscal Year 2026-2027
Position Title Postdoc Associate
Classification Title Postdoctoral Associate
Department Structural Biology Department
Posting Number R260167
Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64994
Employer Research Foundation
Position Type RF Professional
Job Type Full-Time
Appointment Term
Salary Grade E.89
Posting Detail Information
Position Summary We are looking for a Postdoctoral Associate to elucidate the structural biology of human membrane proteins and membrane protein complexes involved in epithelial cell/cell adhesion and intercellular transport. The candidate will use structural biology techniques such as X-ray crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy and tomography (cryo-EM, cryo-ET), and microcrystal electron diffraction (microED) to determine 3D structures of integral membrane proteins and their associated protein complexes. The Postdoctoral Scholar will be responsible for:

  • The expression, purification, and structure determination of these membrane proteins and complexes, as well as the development of methods applied to this research.
  • Other activities of the position include assisting with lab organization and operation.
  • Training of students and other lab personnel.
  • Grant and manuscript proposal development and writing.

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About the University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.
As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.
Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in structural biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or a related discipline. The candidate should also possess effective written, verbal, and listening skills.
Preferred Qualifications 2+ years’ experience in membrane protein biochemistry, preparation and handling and 2+ years’ experience in one structural biology technique.
Our University Community
Physical Demands
Driving Requirements This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.
Salary Range $50,000 - $55,000
Additional Salary Information The salary range reflects our good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, the role and associated responsibilities, and the experience, education, and training of the selected candidate.
Work Hours 40 hours per week
Campus Downtown Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Background Check Notification
Contact Information
Contact's Name Dr. Alex Vecchio
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Contact's Email [email protected]
Contact's Phone 716-829-2685
Posting Dates
Posted 10/15/2026
Deadline for applicants Open Until Filled
Date to be filled
References
Number of references required 2
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant

Supplemental Questions

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  1. * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
    • Faculty
    • Faculty Student Association (FSA)
    • Research Foundation Employee
    • State Classified
    • State Professional
    • UB Foundation
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    • Student
    • No Current Employment Affiliation
  2. * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
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  3. * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
    • Yes
    • No

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