Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields

Postdoctoral Positions in the Structural Biology of Nitrogenase

University of California, Irvine, United States

Application deadline: 01 Aug 2026

The Ribbe/Hu Laboratory at the University of California, Irvine (Departments of Molecular Biology & Biochemistry and Chemistry) invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholar positions.

We are seeking highly motivated researchers to investigate the structure, mechanism, and assembly of nitrogenase using state-of-the-art structural biology and biochemical approaches. Successful candidates will join an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment focused on understanding one of nature's most complex metalloenzymes.

Qualifications
Applicants should have:

• A Ph.D. in structural biology, biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, microbiology, or a related field.
• Strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, creativity, initiative, and motivation.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) of proteins
  • Anaerobic protein biochemistry

Experience with metalloproteins, enzymology, or microbial physiology is preferred.

Application
Qualified candidates should email the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references

Applications should be sent to mribbe@uci.edu or yilinh@uci.edu