Postdoc Position: Molecular Mechanisms of Protein Biogenesis

at  Universiteit Utrecht

Are you curious about how cells produce functional proteins? Do you want to push the envelope of applying single-molecule techniques to complex macromolecular systems? Join our single-molecule lab to study co-translational folding and chaperone function.

YOUR QUALITIES

We are looking for enthusiastic, highly motivated experimentalists who are eager to participate in our research.

Ideally, you meet several or all of the following criteria:

• a PhD degree in an experimental field related to Molecular Biology, Biochemistry or Biophysics (required);
• a strong track record from your PhD degree studies, documented by your publications;
• a passion for research in biochemistry or biophysics;
• molecular biology and biochemistry skills;
• experience with biophysical techniques, preferably using single-molecule approaches;
• an inclination toward quantitative analyses;
• good communication skills and an interest in working with people from different backgrounds.

We foster diversity and encourage applications from female candidates.

ABOUT US

A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University, the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow.
At the Faculty of Science there are 6 departments to make a fundamental connection with: Biology, Chemistry, Information and Computing Sciences, Mathematics, Pharmaceutical Sciences and Physics. Each of these is made up of distinct institutes that work together to focus on answering some of humanity’s most pressing challenges. More fundamental still are the individual research groups – the building blocks of our ambitious scientific projects.
The Bijvoet Centre for Biomolecular Research coordinates the Molecular Life Sciences PhD programme and offers regular seminars by scientists from all over the world, access to advanced courses for PhD candidates and regular PhD evenings for PhD candidates and postdocs to present their work and enhance social cohesion within the Bijvoet Centre. The Bijvoet Centre comprises six research sections that form a collaborative environment focusing on elucidating the structure of the biomolecules that make up all living organisms. These sections cover multiple areas of contemporary protein research, including mass spectrometry, NMR spectroscopy and structural biology/cryogenic electron microscopy. In addition, The Bijvoet Centre has a state-of-the-art Protein Research Centre that is equipped for protein production, purification and analysis.

Please refer the Job description for details