Instituto de Química-Universidade de São Paulo
Type: Postdoctoral
Primary Research Area: Oxidation of Macromolecules and Biomarkers
Location: São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
Salary Range: $20,001 - $30,000
Submit CV, Resume or Application By: March 2, 2021
A full-time, FAPESP-funded postdoctoral position is available at the laboratory of Biochemistry of Oxidants and Radicals at the Chemistry Institute USP, São Paulo, Brazil. The project aims to characterize protein cross-links produced by oxidative processes in vitro and in biological samples, investigating the role of these modifications in protein dysfunction, oligomerization and aggregation. The project will take place in the highly collaborative environment of the RIDC Redoxoma (http://redoxoma.iq.usp.br/).
Eligibility: This opportunity is open to candidates of any nationality for 30 days after publication. Candidates have a PhD degree (for less than six years) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related fields. Previous experience with LS-MS/MS of oxidized proteins (including bioinformatics tools) and/or free radical chemistry and NMR analysis are desirable.
Application: Candidates should send a letter of motivation of up to one page and the curriculum vitae to Professor Ohara Augusto´s email (oaugusto@iq.usp.br).
Ohara Augusto
Av. Lineu Prestes, 748
São Paulo, São Paulo 05508-000
Brazil
Telephone: 55-11-37264129
oaugusto@iq.usp.br
http://redoxoma.iq.usp.br/