Graduate Project Assistant (doctorate/Ph.D.)

17 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Johannes Kepler University

Department

the Institute of Biochemistry

Research Field

Chemistry
Physics » Biophysics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Austria

Application Deadline

8 May 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Vienna)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Reference Number

38500-2024-000783

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

No

Offer Description

The world is changing at an ever-faster pace. At the Johannes Kepler University Linz, we work on technologies and the ideas of tomorrow on a daily basis. At the same time, we educate over 24,000 young people to meet the demands of today’s job market. In short, we are Upper Austria’s largest institution for education and research. Are you interested in being a part of shaping the future at Austria’s most attractive campus university? We currently have a job opening starting 06/03/2024 for a:

Graduate Project Assistant (doctorate/Ph.D.) for a full-time, two-year position at the Institute of Biochemistry

Job Reference Number: 38500-2024-000783

Post-doctoral fellowship: NMR spectroscopic investigation of the molecular organization of protein condensates.
As part of the BOUNDLESS consortium (boundless.au.dk), we are looking for a post-doctoral fellow to develop and apply NMR spectroscopy to investigate the role of condensate formation on kinase signaling. The position is available in Linz, Austria, at the Institute of Biochemistry of Johannes Kepler University and supervised by Prof. Dr. Frans A.A. Mulder.
We are looking for somebody who is strongly motivated about and sufficiently skilled in NMR spectroscopy, with an interest in applications to protein and cell science. You will develop and apply NMR methods to: (1) study the partitioning of small molecules in various proteins condensates, (2) study the dynamics of partitioning, (3) devise isotope labeling schemes to study proteins and small molecules inside condensates, (4) study condensate structure, dynamics, and structural evolution. As part of the consortium, you will collaborate with international investigators who apply coarse-grained molecular simulations and kinase biochemistry. Your results will help describe and understand how a pivotal protein kinase can respond differentially in space and time.
About you: The ideal candidate has a strong track record from his/her PhD, including significant first-author, peer-reviewed publications, and 0-3 years of post-doctoral experience. A strong background in NMR spectroscopy and/or other biophysical methods is a must, experience with protein expression and purification is an advantage, otherwise training can be provided. It is possible to apply prior to the PhD degree award with a convincing CV.
About us: We are a diverse team with multiple nationalities and backgrounds ranging from physics to biology. We share a strong interest in the interplay of protein biochemistry and NMR spectroscopy for the study of important and interdisciplinary research questions. Ongoing projects in the lab include Borrelia structural biology, sensory peptides, enzyme dynamics, protein evolution, protein-ligand interactions, and metabolomics. The innovation of NMR methodology is key to many of these research fields.

Job Duties:

• Actively take part in department research (as well as in the conception and completion of research projects)
• Actively take part in interdisciplinary, international cooperation projects
• Develop, assess, and apply advanced NMR and biochemistry methods
• Assist in writing research grant applications
• Provide organizational support to the institute
• Co-supervise Bachelor’s and Master’s theses research projects
• Actively take part in writing publications from research results
• Publish in international peer-reviewed academic journals

Your Qualifications:

• The successful candidate must hold a Doctorate/Ph.D. degree (or soon be awarded) in (Structural) Chemistry or Molecular Biophysics with demonstrated experience in NMR spectroscopy or other advanced biophysics techniques
• Possess a strong academic background as demonstrated by published scientific work, with clear contributions (e.g. first authorship)
• Extensive research experience is a prerequisite
• Experience with protein production and purification is deemed valuable
• Strong didactical skills are appreciated
• Good command of English (spoken and written level C1) is expected
• Good command of German is not necessary, but willingness to learn is advantageous
• Independence and capacity to organize one's work

What We Offer:

• On the basis of full-time employment (40 hours/week) the minimum salary in accordance with the collective agreement is € 4,752.30 gross per month (14 x per year, CA Job Grade: B1)
• Stable employer
• Attractive campus environment with good public transportation connections
• Attractive continual educational opportunities
• State-of-the-art research infrastructure
• Dynamic research environment
• Broad range of on-campus dining services/healthy meals (organic food at the cafeteria)
• Exercise and sports classes (USI)
• …and much more

Application Deadline: 05/08/2024.

The Johannes Kepler University wishes to increase the proportion of academic female faculty and, for this reason, especially welcomes applications by qualified women. If applicants are equally qualified, a woman will be given preference for this position. The university welcomes applications from qualified applicants with disabilities. These applications will be given special consideration.

How to Apply:

Prospective applicants interested in the multifaceted position are requested to electronically send an application in adherence to the stated criteria together with the requested documentation via our online portal karriere.jku.at/application .

Contact:

If you have questions, please contact: Univ. Prof. Dr. Frans Mulder, P +43 732 2468 9300, E‑mail: [email protected] . https://www.jku.at/en/institute-of-biochemistry/#c149362

Requirements

Research Field

Chemistry

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Research Field

Physics » Biophysics

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Johannes Kepler University

Country

Austria

City

Linz

Postal Code

4040

Street

Altenberger Straße 69

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://karriere.jku.at/engage/jobexchange/showJobOfferDetail.do?jobOfferId=0cc…

Contact

City

Linz

Website

https://www.jku.at/en/the-jku/careers-entrepreneurial-opportunities/work-at-the-jku/job-openings/

Street

Altenberger Straße 69

Postal Code

4040

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

+43 732 2468 9300

STATUS: EXPIRED