Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields

PhD and Postdoc positions available at CEITEC

CEITEC - Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic

Application deadline: 21 Mar 2022

A PhD and a postdoc position available at the Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC) Masaryk University Brno in Czech Republic. 

They are looking for candidates who are interested in determining structures of bacterial and viral-host transcription-translation coupling complexes using cryo-EM and cryo-ET. The candidates should have a good background in biochemistry or structural biology (single particle cryo-electron microscopy or protein crystallography). 

Description

CEITEC is a scientific centre in the fields of life sciences, advanced materials and technologies whose aim is to establish itself as a recognized centre for basic as well as applied research. CEITEC offers a state-of-the-art infrastructure and great conditions to employ excellent researchers.

Our institute values diversity and promotes an inclusive working environment with the aim to support the best scientists. CEITEC MU is a proud holder of the HR Excellence in Research Award by the European Commission.

A postdoc position is available in newly established Demo lab (CEITEC, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic) to participate in research focused on structural mechanisms of transcription-translation coupling in bacteria and potentially in virus-infected mammalian cells. We are seeking a person with expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry and virology, specifically in the field of dsDNA viruses and virus-infected mammalian cells (to produce the viruses) and with expertise in single-particle electron microscopy and cryo-electron tomography. Research will be conducted at CEITEC located in the life science campus of Masaryk University (Brno, Bohunice).

Requirements:

• PhD in virology/biochemistry or structural biology.
• Theoretical knowledge of single-particle cryo-EM and cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET).
• Some years of work experience in preparation of samples for in vivo cryo-ET imaging and analysis of single-particle cryo-EM images and cryo-ET tomograms.
• Published in impactful journals in the field, corresponding to given stage of career demonstrating creativity and scientific quality
• Good English language – spoken and written Desirable but not required:
• Motivated person with collaborative mind set
• Willingness to engage in the life of academic community
• [other, e.g. knowledge of particular techniques in given field]

We offer:

• Interesting position in a dynamically expanding research institute
• An attractive salary and benefits package
• Background of a recognized and successful institution with supportive and international working environment

Look on the webpage for PhD position. 

Applications for postdoc position including CV, contacts for 3 referees and a brief motivation letter should be sent by e-mail to recruitment@ceitec.muni.cz. 

The deadline for these applications is March 21st, 2022.