Postdoctoral Researcher in structural virology

Department
Pavel Plevka Research Group Central European Institute of Technology
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Start date
flexible, ideally May - October 2025
Job type
full-time
Job field
Science and research
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Come to CEITEC MU in Brno and join us!

We are passionate structural virologists at CEITEC looking for 

 

Postdoctoral Researcher

in structural virology

 

About this position: 

Do you have a passion for understanding the details of virus replication cycles? Join our team! Our research projects focus on determining particle structures and infection mechanisms of human picornaviruses and flaviviruses, as well as bacteriophages infecting pathogenic bacteria.

The Plevka Lab has access to cutting-edge cryo-EM equipment at our in-house core facility. Our work is supported by significant third-party funding, including an ERC Consolidator grant, ensuring freedom in pursuing our research endeavors.

We are seeking creative, independent, and motivated colleagues with proven research experience relevant to this position. Candidates with expertise in virology or structural biology are particularly encouraged to apply. 

 

The ideal candidate profile: 

Must-have: 

  • A PhD degree or equivalent in virology, structural biology, biochemistry, molecular biology or related field
  • Expertise in cryo-EM, cryo-ET, or X-ray crystallography is an advantage but not a requirement
  • Experience with tissue culture work or genetic modification of bacteria and phages is a strong plus, as well as programming skills
  • A publication record in peer-reviewed journals
  • Fluency in English (spoken and written)

Nice-to-have: 

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Motivation and a collaborative mindset

 

What we provide to you: 

  • Open access to CEITEC MU core facilities with state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff
  • Full-time contract
  • An attractive salary (ERC-funded position)
  • Flexible working hours
  • Support for further education and professional development 
  • Benefits package: 6 weeks of paid vacation, medical insurance, financial contribution to meal and kindergarten/pension scheme, Multisport card, mental health care, sports lessons directly at the campus 
  • Daycare for children on Campus
  • Support from:

 

How to apply? 

Application deadline: 28.02.2025

Start date: flexible, ideally May - October 2025

 

Applications, including a CV, motivation letter, list of publications, and contacts for at least two references, should be sent via e-application bellow. 

In case of any troubles with the e-application, please contact Darja Horáková (darja.horakova@ceitec.muni.cz).

 

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