Postdoctoral Researchers in Algal Molecular/Cell Biology

8 Apr 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Institute of Microbiology of the Czech Academy of Sciences

Department

Centre Algatech

Research Field

Biological sciences

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
Established Researcher (R3)

Country

Czech Republic

Application Deadline

10 May 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Prague)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 Jul 2024

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

Kateřina Bišová has been leading an established Laboratory of Cell Cycles of Algae for more than 10 years. Currently, 8 staff members from 3 nations are working on 3 research projects. Our main interest is to understand how the growth and production of energy reserves is coordinated with the progression of the cell cycle. To address the research questions, we combine methods of cell biology, physiology, genetics, molecular biology and bioinformatics on our model green algae, Chlamydomonas reinhardtii, Desmodesmus quadricauda and Parachlorella kessleri. We are seeking postdoctoral fellows for a project investigating the interactions between growth, energy production and cell cycle in algae.

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Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Competitive candidates

• have a PhD in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or botany (experience with molecular techniques is an advantage)
• previous experience with algal species is an advantage
• have an excellent knowledge of English – oral and written
• have independent thinking & passion for science
• are open to learn new techniques and develop new approaches
• are able to work in an international team and collaborate with other researchers and students
• have an active attitude to problem-solving

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Excellent

Additional Information
Benefits

We offer

• full time position for two years with possibility of extension, and switching to tenure-track position, competitive salary
• start date in summer 2024 or based on agreement
• participation in cutting-edge research projects
• access to the state-of-the-art research infrastructure & equipment
• English speaking, stimulating and friendly environment
• international collaboration & visibility
• professional career development & soft skills
• work-life balance in a historic city in a nature reserve with opportunities for outdoor and cultural activities

Selection process

Please submit your structured CV including list of publications, motivation letter and contacts of two referees via e-mail to bisova@alga.czby Fri May 10, 2024, 23:59 CET. Interviews with selected applicants will be held in May 2024.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Institute of Microbiology of the Czech Academy of Sciences

Country

Czech Republic

City

Trebon

Postal Code

37901

Street

Novohradska 237

Geofield

Where to apply

E-mail

[email protected]

Contact

City

Trebon

Website

https://www.alga.cz/

Street

Novohradska 237

Postal Code

379 01

STATUS: EXPIRED