Position at Metropolitan Museum of Art

Post-Doctoral Research Associate,
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York

Deadline: November 8, 2010

The Department of Scientific Research at the Metropolitan Museum
(the Met) in collaboration with the Department of Physiology at
Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons has an
immediate opening for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position.
The successful candidate will work on an NSF research project
applying immunological and bioanalytical techniques to the
identification of proteins and polysaccharides in art,
archaeological and ethnographic objects. These studies will include
investigations of the influence of pigments, ageing and processing
on the physical state of proteins and gums used as art materials,
the development of reliable identification techniques and further
investigation of species identification. The candidate will be
involved in a team oriented research project with extensive
interaction with other scientists, undergraduates and art
conservators. It is expected that candidates will interact
effectively with colleagues at Columbia and the Met and participate
in grant proposal writing and undergraduate research supervision. In
addition the candidate will interact with scientists at the Met and
gain exposure to scientific research of artworks. The initial
appointment will be for 1 year to be extended for an additional two
years if suitable.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular
and Cellular Biology, Immunology or a related field. The candidate
should have a background in protein and polysaccharide chemistry,
MALDI or LC/MS, proteomics and immunology, and familiarity of
aptamer techniques as well as an interest in the scientific research
of art related materials, especially in a museum environment.

Note: work authorization in the United States in Required.
Anticipated start date: Immediately.

Salary: $40,000/year

Benefits: Generous benefits package and paid vacations

Application procedure: Please email cover letter and resume to
employoppty<-at->metmuseum<.>org with the position title in the subject
line.

Julie Arslanoglu
Associate Research Scientist
Department of Scientific Research
The Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York, NY 10028
212-396-5534


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