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September 6, 2025

**Job Description**
The Ghanbarpour Laboratory at WashU Medicine is recruiting a highly motivated Postdoc to research the molecular mechanisms of ATP-dependent AAA+ proteolytic machines in bacterial systems and human mitochondria. The position involves exploring how these complexes form and achieve substrate specificity using cryo-EM, cryo-ET structural biology, biochemical assays, mass spectrometry, and cellular assays. The role requires experience in cell biology to elucidate the structure and function of soluble and membrane-anchored ATP-dependent AAA proteases and accessory proteins in mitochondria. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, the individual will gain extensive hands-on experience with various techniques, engage in collaborative opportunities, and dedicate 20% of their time to an independent project, suitable for those considering a future in academia or the biotech industry.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Collaboration
• Data Analysis
• Data Interpretations
• Experimentation
• Laboratory Operations
• Laboratory Techniques
• Researching
• Results Reporting
• Scientific Writing

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Ph.D.
• M.D.
• Equivalent Terminal or Doctoral Degree (in a related field such as Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or Cell Biology)

**Experience**
Experience Required:
• No specific work experience is required for this position.
Other:
• Postdoctoral Experience in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a Related Field (Preferred)
• Driver’s License: Not required.

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Experience
Experience Required: • No specific work experience is required for this position. Other: • Postdoctoral Experience in Genetics, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or a Related Field (Preferred) • Driver's License: Not required.
Work Level
Postdoc
Employment Type
Research Job
Salary
Annual Salary: Base pay is commensurate with experience. Benefits: Comprehensive and competitive benefits package; visit https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ for details.
Details
See Details [Brief location description if available, e.g., Campus-based] Campus-based, Laboratory environment
School / Department / Center / Lab
• The Ghanbarpour Laboratory • Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biophysics
Supervisor Email
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Washington University in St. Louis (WashU Medicine)
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