Overview

The Institute of Biotechnology of the Czech Academy of Sciences, located within the Biotechnology and Biomedicine Center of the Academy of Sciences and Charles University in Vestec (BIOCEV), is seeking for its Centre of Molecular Structure (CMS):

Protein Production Expert

We are seeking an expert in recombinant protein production for the Protein Production Laboratory at the Centre of Molecular Structure, a core facility that is part of the national infrastructure CIISB and the European infrastructure Instruct-ERIC.

The CMS is part of the Czech Infrastructure for Integrative Structural Biology (https://www.ciisb.org/) and the European Infrastructure Instruct-ERIC (https://instruct-eric.eu/). It provides open access to structural biology techniques across Europe, with a strong emphasis on tailored user support. For more details about CMS, its structure, equipment, and services, visit: https://www.ibt.cas.cz/en/core-facilities/centre-of-molecular-structure/

Job Description

  • Conducting projects involving cloning, expression, and purification of recombinant proteins for user laboratories.
  • Developing methods and providing expertise to the scientific community.
  • Actively participating in laboratory operations.
  • Contributing to the facility’s development within the context of national and European research infrastructures.
  • Collaborating within CIISB and Instruct-ERIC.
  • Facilitating open access to structural biology techniques.

Requirements

  • A university degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, structural biology, or related fields.
  • Proven experience with DNA cloning, recombinant protein expression, and purification techniques.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Advanced English proficiency (B2/C1 level) – both written and spoken.
  • Clean criminal record.
  • Experience with tissue culture techniques is an advantage.
  • Publication record in relevant fields is an advantage.

What We Offer

  • Full-time employment in a prestigious scientific center.
  • Opportunities to participate in international research projects.
  • Professional growth and further education opportunities.
  • Supportive and friendly work environment.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Five weeks of paid annual leave.
  • Meal allowance.

Start Date: February–April 2025

Workplace: Institute of Biotechnology, Biotechnology and Biomedicine Center (BIOCEV), Vestec, Czech Republic

How to Apply

To apply, please send your motivation letter and CV to: hr@ibt.cas.cz.

For further information about the position, please contact: Dr. Miroslava Alblová – miroslava.alblova@ibt.cas.cz

Application Deadline: February 28, 2025

Data Protection: Details on personal data processing can be found at: https://www.ibt.cas.cz/en/about-the-institute/official-noticeboard/gdpr/

 

 

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