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Laboratory Technician for the Research Group “RNA-based Regulation of Gene Expression”

Type of job: full-time

A position for a laboratory technician is available in the research group “RNA-based Regulation of Gene Expression” which is part of Structural Biology program at CEITEC, Masaryk University (MU). We study disease-related biological processes by investigating protein structures and their interactions with other proteins, RNA or small molecue inhibitors using biomolecular NMR and related biophysical methods.

Research Group Leader: Peter Josef Lukavsky, Ph.D.

Job Description:

  • Expression and purification of proteins
  • Transcription and purification of RNAs
  • Preparation of various media and buffers
  • PCR and cloning of RNA and protein constructs
  • Preparation of isotope-labelled nucleotides
  • Binding studies using ITC, fluorescence anisotropy, EMSA, and other biophysical techniques including data analysis
  • Performance of NMR experiments to study small molecule interactions with proteins and RNA
  • Implementing new techniques and projects
  • Help incoming co-workers into a smooth start in the lab

Requirements:

  • At least Master degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry or other related fields of life-sciences
  • Good knowledge of English (oral and written)
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • High motivation, flexibility and self-driven interest to learn new things
  • Reliability, team player, meticulousness
  • Knowledge of "laboratory chemistry" - preparation of solutions with defined concentrations, adjusting pH, preparation of media for bacterial cultures etc.
  • Computer literacy, MS word, Excel.
  • Excellent experience with molecular biology, protein and RNA purifcation, biochemistry and NMR spectroscopy is a big plus

We offer:

  • Interesting work in a top scientific team
  • Stable base and excellent instrumental equipment of CEITEC MU
  • Employment benefits
  • Salary based on qualification and experience; part time appointment possible

 

Brno is an attractive, lively place to live and work with many cultural and recreational amenities. Please send CV and a short motivational letter including: a) description of previous experiences, b) technical skills and c) at least two contact references to Peter Lukavsky.

Deadline: 30th June, 2018

Candidates considered for the second round of interview will be informed via email.

Contact:
Dr. Peter Lukavsky

E-mail:
peter.lukavsky@ceitec.muni.cz

WWW:
www.ceitec.eu

Updated: 29.5.2018

 

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