PostDoc - Hubrecht Institute - Utrecht

3 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW)

Research Field

Physics

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Netherlands

Application Deadline

16 Apr 2024 - 21:59 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Not Applicable

Hours Per Week

38.0

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

Maintaining the integrity of our genome is crucial to prevent genetic diseases such as cancer. Defects in DNA and chromatin replication, or in DNA repair pathways, can cause DNA mutations and hamper genome integrity. In this project we aim to define how chromatin organization is maintained during DNA replication and how chromatin dynamics is regulated during DNA repair. We will use a powerful biochemical system, the Xenopus egg extract system, that recapitulates DNA replication and repair using a physiological mechanism. We will use existing, and develop novel, sequencing-based methods to examine the dynamic behaviour of nucleosomes and other key factors during these processes. This unique combination will provide important insights into the pathways that keep our genome safe. The candidate will work in a highly collaborative and ambitious environment, with access to top-class facilities.

Requirements
Specific Requirements

We are looking for a highly motivated and independent scientist, with a collaborative mindset and experience working in an international team. A background in protein biochemistry or bioinformatics is an advantage. The candidate should have an PhD degree and excellent communication skills in English.

Additional Information
Benefits

Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is € 3.226 and the maximum salary is € 5.090 gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale 10 cao Nederlandse Universiteiten/KNAW). This is exclusive of 8% vacation allowance, 8.3% year-end bonus, travel allowance, internet allowance, home working allowance and pension accrual with ABP.

The KNAW offers its staff an excellent package of secondary benefits. A package that meets the different needs of employees depending on their stage of life, lifestyle or career ambitions. For example, by working an extra two hours a week, it is possible to increase the number of days off from 29 to 41 days a year (with full-time employment).

For a complete overview of the terms of employment, please refer to the web page: werken bij de KNAW .

Applying for a Certificate of Good Conduct can be part of the employment procedure.

Additional comments

For additional information please contact prof. dr. Puck Knipscheer ([email protected] ) or visit the website www.hubrecht.eu .

Website for additional job details

https://www.academictransfer.com/339744/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Hubrecht Institute

Country

Netherlands

City

Utrecht

Postal Code

3584CT

Street

Uppsalalaan 8

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.academictransfer.com/en/339744/postdoc-hubrecht-institute-utrecht/a…

Contact

City

Amsterdam

Website

http://www.knaw.nl/

Street

Kloveniersburgwal 29

Postal Code

1011 JV

STATUS: EXPIRED