Overview
The J. Heyrovský Institute is a leading and prestigious research institution in the Czech Republic, known worldwide and with established international cooperation. The Institute is a center of fundamental research in physical chemistry and chemical physics, biophysics, theoretical chemistry and electrochemistry.
The Department of Biophysical Chemistry (the group of Radek Šachl) is looking for a highly motivated
Postdoc
in Experimental Biophysics (Fluorescence Microscopy)
To work on a new project entitled Mapping galectin-ganglioside networks on complex model membrane systems.
A three-year postdoctoral position is available in a young, international and creative team with a collaborative atmosphere, in laboratories with leading-edge technology and equipment.
The main goal of the project is to addresses crucial gaps in our understanding of the interactions between galectins, particularly proto-type galectin-1 and chimera-type galectin-3, with ganglioside GM1. The application of innovative methodologies, such as microaspirated giant lipid vesicles and lifetime fluorescence imaging, provides a cutting-edge approach to elucidate the existence and fundamental characteristics of galectin lattices. The impact of this research extends to a diverse array of physiological processes, including cell signaling, growth regulation, and the unconventional secretion of galectins, thereby offering insights from precisely defined biological membrane model systems into various pathological conditions.
Requirements:
· PhD degree in chemistry, physics, or related fields
· Experience in biophysical and biochemical methods
· Competence in fluorescence spectroscopy and microscopy
· Proficiency in data analysis and presentation using Origin and Matlab
· Ability to consolidate the work of scientific team, defining and monitoring the work of students, reporting and presenting the results
· Very good communication skills in written and spoken English
We offer
· Work in young, dynamic team of scientists and students
· Employment in the leading scientific institute of the Czech Republic with excellent scientometry and strong commitment to its employees (Human Resources Excellence in Research Award)
· Flexible working hours
· Competitive salary; 25 days of vacation + 5 days of free time and 3 sick days
· The proximity of childcare groups on the CAS campus
· Pension contribution
· Possibility of further career and personal development (trainings, workshops)
· Language courses at reduced price
Start date: 1. March 2025
For more information see:
For further information regarding the position please contact:
Radek Šachl: radek.sachl@jh-inst.cas.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 recruitment@jh-inst.cas.cz (contact person Lucie Novotná). Please, write in the subject line of your email SC2024_39.
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