Visiting Scholar

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Visiting Scholar, Biochemistry/Biophysics, Shekhar lab - Emory College of Arts and Sciences

The position will be located in Shashank Shekhar’s lab that specializes in investigating dynamics of the actin cytoskeleton using biochemical and biophysical approaches.
Ideal candidate will have a strong background with a BS/MS in Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biophysics or Biochemistry.

Previous experience of working with purified proteins and/or single-molecule microscopy is beneficial but not required.

To be considered, please submit your CV, transcripts and a research statement describing your fit for the position.

Ideal candidate will have a strong background with a BS/MS in Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biophysics or Biochemistry. Previous experience of working with purified proteins and/or single-molecule microscopy is beneficial but not required.

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