PhD student - Hubrecht Institute - Utrecht

23 Feb 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

1 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

Every time a cell divides it faces the formidable task of copying the 3 billion bases of our genome. The replication machinery faces many hurdles during this process. DNA damage is one of these hurdles, however, it turns out that the DNA molecule itself can form alternative structures that also form prevalent roadblocks for the DNA replication machinery. These structures can cause genome instability when not properly regulated and have been linked to neurodegenerative diseases and cancer. In this project we will use a powerful biochemical system, the Xenopus egg extract system, to define mechanisms that resolve these non-canonical DNA structures to maintain genome integrity. The PhD student 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, who thrives in a collaborative and international environment. A background in protein biochemistry or molecular biology is an advantage, but not an absolute requirement. The candidate should have an MSc degree and excellent communication skills in English.

Additional Information
Benefits

Depending on education and experience the minimum salary is € 2.770,- and the maximum salary is € 3.539,- gross per month for a full-time appointment (scale P 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/338132/

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/338132/phd-student-hubrecht-institute-utrec…

Contact

City

Amsterdam

Website

http://www.knaw.nl/

Street

Kloveniersburgwal 29

Postal Code

1011 JV

STATUS: EXPIRED