[Remote] Senior Research Officer – Structural Biology of DNA Repair Complexes

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research is Australia’s pre-eminent biomedical research institute. They are seeking an experienced Senior Research Officer to support research into DNA repair, focusing on the structural and mechanistic basis of DNA repair complexes using advanced biochemistry and cryo-electron microscopy. Responsibilities • Support a major research program investigating the structural and mechanistic basis of DNA repair. • Define the architecture, assembly, and functional dynamics of multi-protein DNA repair complexes. • Lead the establishment of experimental pipelines for DNA repair complexes. • Prepare high-quality specimens for structural, biochemical, and biophysical studies. • Contribute to cryo-EM data acquisition and analysis. • Contribute to high-quality publications. • Assist with grant development. • Support the supervision and training of students and junior researchers. Skills • A relevant doctoral qualification or equivalent • An excellent academic record and achievements • Demonstrated ability and potential for excellence and productivity in research • Research experience that has resulted in publications, conference papers or reports • Proven interpersonal and collaborative skills in achieving research outcomes • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work constructively within a team environment • Excellent attention to detail, ensuring that data, methods and theories are accurate, of high-quality and accessible to other researchers • Ability to manage time effectively and be reliable and approachable • Substantial postdoctoral experience in the biochemistry and biophysics of DNA repair systems • Strong track record in the expression, purification, and functional characterisation of large protein assemblies • Experience with cryo-EM sample preparation, data collection, or image processing Benefits • Up to 17% superannuation • Very attractive salary packaging options Company Overview • WEHI (formerly the Walter and Eliza Hall Institute of Medical Research) brings the world’s brightest minds together to make life-changing discoveries. It was founded in 1915, and is headquartered in Parkville, New South Wales, AUS, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job