Peijun Zhang
About Peijun Zhang
Peijun Zhang is the Director of eBIC at Diamond Light Source and a Professor at the University of Oxford. He previously served as an Assistant and Associate Professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine for ten years.
Current Role at Diamond Light Source
Peijun Zhang serves as the Director of the electron Bio-Imaging Centre (eBIC) at Diamond Light Source. In this role, Zhang oversees the operations and strategic direction of eBIC, which focuses on advancing the field of electron microscopy. Since joining Diamond Light Source in 2016, Zhang has contributed to the development of innovative imaging techniques and has facilitated collaborative research projects aimed at enhancing scientific understanding through high-resolution imaging.
Current Position at University of Oxford
In addition to the role at Diamond Light Source, Peijun Zhang is a Professor at the University of Oxford. Zhang has been part of the university since 2016, where the focus is on teaching and research in the field of structural biology. The position allows Zhang to engage with students and contribute to academic advancements in the discipline, furthering the understanding of biological structures and their functions.
Previous Experience at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Peijun Zhang previously held academic positions at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine from 2006 to 2016. During this decade, Zhang served as both an Assistant and Associate Professor with tenure. This experience involved teaching, mentoring students, and conducting research in structural biology, which laid the groundwork for Zhang's subsequent roles in the UK.
Educational Background in Structural Biology
Peijun Zhang earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Structural Biology from the University of Virginia. The program spanned from 1991 to 1998, during which Zhang developed a strong foundation in the principles of structural biology. This educational background has significantly influenced Zhang's research and professional trajectory, leading to a focus on electron microscopy and biological imaging.