Jobs in Structural Biology and Related Fields

POSTDOC – Cryo-EM and cryo-ET of bacterial and viral transcription-translation coupling

CEITEC - Masaryk University, BRNO, Czech Republic

Application deadline: 31 May 2021

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 is one of the Instruct-ERIC centres where it offers a state-of-the-art infrastructure and great conditions to employ excellent researchers.

Their 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 excellent expertise in single particle cryo-electron microscopy and cryo-electron tomography, specifically oriented on the imaging of in vitro assembled systems and bacterial or virus-infected mammalian cells. Research will be conducted at CEITEC located in the life science campus of Masaryk University (Brno, Bohunice).

Requirements:

• PhD in biochemistry or structural biology.
• Excellent knowledge of single particle cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) or cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET).
• At least 2 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]

They offer:

• Interesting position in a dynamically expanding research institute
• An attractive salary and benefits package

Applications 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 May 31st, 2021.