Phd Position In Protist Molecular Biology

6 Sep 2023

Job Information

Organisation/Company

Faculty of Science University of South Bohemia

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Biological sciences » Zoology

Biological sciences » Other

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Czech Republic

Application Deadline

30 Sep 2023 - 23:14 (Europe/Prague)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

We are a research campus with a strong tradition in biosciences focused on complex ecological, evolutionary & developmental aspects of LIFE.

Laboratory of Molecular Biology of Protists of the Institute of Parasitology, Biology Centre, Czech Academy of Sciences and Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Faculty of Science, University of South Bohemia in České Budějovice

are looking for highly motivated candidates for a

PhD position in Protist Molecular Biology

We are a well-established laboratory studying several molecular aspects of (mostly) parasitic protists. We are interested in various aspects of biology of the trypanosomatid and diplonemid flagellates. These are protists that branched off the main eukaryotic lineage and contain numerous departures from the prototypical eukaryotic cell. In trypanosomes we explore (by knock-downs and -ins, tagging, overexpression) proteins involved in RNA editing, tRNA import and modifications, heme metabolism, and mitochondrial morphogenesis. In diplonemids we explore their evolution, diversity, morphology, metabolism, and structure of mitoribosomes.

More info: (https: // www. paru.cas.cz/en/sections/molecular- parasitology/laboratory-o…).

The joint University and Academy campus in České Budějovice provides a vibrant research environment.

The research topic will be focused on various aspects of molecular biology of marine protists (for publications see here: https: // www. paru.cas.cz/en/sections/molecular-parasitology/laboratory-o…).

What do we offer

we possess a strong and continuous funding, which allows to supplement the standard PhD salary

PhD fellowship & part-time job employment on research grants

support for career development and mentoring

stimulating English language environment

international team and collaboration and opportunities to travel

meals allowance, full health insurance, student benefits,

administration support with relocation & settlement in the Czech Republic,

work-life balance in a middle-sized university city offering options for outdoor, sport & cultural activities.

Requirements

Master degree in Life Sciences

strong interest in research

fluency in English

flexibility and ability to work both independently and in a team

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE IS Sept 30 2023.

Preferred starting date is autumn/winter 2023 but is negotiable.

To apply please send your application including a complete CV, a copy of your degree certificate (the master degree in Life Sciences is required), a letter detailing your motivation to apply with a concise summary of your previous research activities, and contact information of one referee to [email protected]

Please note that selected candidate will also need to submit an application for admission as a graduate student. More information : https: // www. prf.jcu.cz/data/files/8/148/153/4340prihlaskaeng2019.pdf

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

Master Degree or equivalent

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University of South Bohemia

Country

Czech Republic

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Ceske Budejovice

Website

https: // www. prf.jcu.cz

Street

Branisovska 1760

Postal Code

37005

STATUS: EXPIRED