The Molecular Foundry of Lawrence Berkeley National Lab (Berkeley Lab) invites applications for a postdoctoral fellow to provide interdisciplinary support in the synthesis and application of organic-inorganic and protein-inorganic hybrid nanomaterials, and investigate their interaction and integration with living organisms. Working between the Organic and Biological Nanostructures Facilities of the Molecular Foundry, the postdoctoral fellow will execute innovative collaborative projects using novel as well as standard methods in chemistry and biology. This is an exciting opportunity to implement alternative, creative, or unique solutions to meet research project goals.

Key Responsibilites:

• Conduct research in the areas of: organic and polymer synthesis, gene/protein expression, site-specific polymer and/or protein modification, and ultimately conjugation of multifunctional (bio)polymers to nanoparticles of interest.
• Evaluate new materials in vitro and in living systems.
• Prepare results for publications (both oral and written) and presentations.
• Communicate results in group meetings and participate in professional activities.
• May communicate results in group meetings and participate in professional activities, as appropriate.
• May direct the work of graduate students and undergraduate assistants.</ul>

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (within the last three years) in Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Biology or related field
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: organic and polymer synthesis, protein expression, bioconjugation methodologies, cell biology <li>Ability to communicate results effectively, both oral and written
• Independence and self-motivation
• Desired:Knowledge of cell culture, microscopy and nanoparticle synthesis and functionalization
• Knowledge of organic and polymer synthesis, protein expression, bioconjugation methodologies and cell biology

Note:This is a one-year term appointment with the possibility of renewal up to two years based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs.

About us
The Molecular Foundry at Berkeley Lab, one of five Nanoscale Science Research Centers recently established by the U.S. Department of Energy, is a user facility for the design, synthesis and characterization of materials with nanometer dimensions. One of its charter pursuits is to conduct outstanding research across the breadth of nanoscience. Learn more at http://foundry.lbl.gov/.

Berkeley Lab is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce.

To apply: http://jobs.lbl.gov/LBNLCareers/details.asp?jid=22355&p=1sid=2106

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (Berkeley Lab) has been a leader in science and engineering research for more than 70 years. Located on a 200 acre site in the hills above the University of California's Berkeley campus, adjacent to the San Francisco Bay, Berkeley Lab holds the distinction of being the oldest of the U.S. Department of Energy's National Laboratories. The Lab is managed by the University of California, operating with an annual budget of more than $500 million (FY2004) and a staff of about 3,800 employees, including more than 500 students.

Berkeley Lab conducts unclassified research across a wide range of scientific disciplines with key efforts in fundamental studies of the universe; quantitative biology; nanoscience; new energy systems and environmental solutions; and the use of integrated computing as a tool for discovery. It is organized into 17 scientific divisions and hosts four DOE national user facilities.