Postdoctoral research associate Full-time

About the research

Our group develops quantum sensing techniques – based on nitrogen-vacancy centers in diamond and similar systems – and applies them to outstanding questions in biophysics, with the goal of developing molecular-level insight into protein and membrane dynamics. More about the group: https://www.stevensonresearch.com/

1. Developing methods to characterize metal centers in proteins using quantum sensors and applying this to study electron transfer and catalytic behavior in metalloproteins. 
2. Probing lipid membrane dynamics at length scales below the optical diffraction limit using nanoscale magnetic resonance, to investigate the scale-dependent phenomena in biomembranes.

Candidate profile

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Biophysics, or a related discipline.
• We welcome candidates with an experimental background in either quantum sensing or molecular biophysics; experience spanning both is a plus but not required
• Experience with scientific programming and data analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a multidisciplinary team.

Tagged as: Life Sciences, Physics