Junior scientist - Protein sciences
The J. Heyrovský Institute is a worldwide known, prestigious research institution in the Czech Republic, with established international cooperation. The Institute is a center of fundamental research and promotes the scientific legacy of the Nobel laureate, Professor Jaroslav Heyrovský, in physical chemistry, chemical physics, biophysics, theoretical chemistry and electrochemistry.
The Department of Biophysical Chemistry is looking for highly motivated
Junior scientist - Protein sciences
with deep expertise in molecular biology, biochemistry and biophysics of recombinant proteins. The successful candidate will design, express, purify and characterize recombinant proteins for various biophysically oriented projects running at the department and participate in the research on their structure, functionality and dynamics.
Requirements:
PhD in biochemistry, protein science, biophysics or a closely related field with 2+ years of professional laboratory experience
Skilled in molecular cloning and site-directed mutagenesis
Skilled in protein synthesis and production (small to medium scale)
Highly skilled in tagged and non-tagged protein purification techniques (IMAC, GST, IEX, SEC and others) using FPLC or HPLC instrumentation (AKTA, Knauer)
Proficiency in protein labeling and characterization using variety of biochemical and biophysical approaches
Improve existing or develop new processes, methods and protocols to gain efficiency and quality needed for the project
Previous experience with fluorescence microscopy would be an advantage
Detail-oriented, excellent organizational and communication skills
Willing and able to work at high level without immediate supervision
Willing and able to conduct relevant laboratory activities and contribute to writing papers
Maintenance of experimental records and producing of protein-quality reports
Effective communication skills in English (written, oral)
We offer:
A young, international and creative team with a collaborative atmosphere, in laboratories with leading-edge technology and equipment
Competitive salary; 25 days of vacation + 5 days of free time and 3 sick days
Pension contribution
language courses at a reduced price
Possibility of further career and personal development (trainings, workshops)
Start date: on agreement
The Department of Biophysical Chemistry has a friendly atmosphere of international colleagues with diverse backgrounds (physics, chemistry, physical chemistry, biochemistry and biology). J. Heyrovský Institute is located in Prague, a multicultural city with a picturesque historical center full of life and culture.
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For further information regarding the position please contact:
RNDr. Radek Šachl Ph.D. radek.sachl
jh-inst.cas.cz (radek[dot]sachl[at]jh-inst[dot]cas[dot]cz)
and Prof. Dr. Antonín Vlček antonin.vlcekjh-inst.cas.cz (antonin[dot]vlcek[at]jh-inst[dot]cas[dot]cz)
Interested candidates can send their CV, PhD certificate, motivation letter (with a brief summary of previous research activities), and names plus contacts of three references to email recruitmentjh-inst.cas.cz (recruitment[at]jh-inst[dot]cas[dot]cz). Please, write in the subject line of your email SC2024_33.
The J. Heyrovský Institute is committed to equality in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from all qualified individuals regardless of gender or other personal background.
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