PhD Student in Biomedical Research

Type of job: full-time

We are offering a position for a PhD student within the research team of Dr. Krejčí focused on genome integrity at the International Clinical Research Center of St. Anne´s University Hospital in Brno (FNUSA – ICRC). We are seeking a motivated PhD student who will join the Laboratory of Recombination and DNA Repair.

Project: Inhibition of DNA repair nucleases – from biological probe to cancer therapy

Start Date: May 2017

About FNUSA-ICRC The International Clinical Research Center of St. Anne's University Hospital in Brno (FNUSA-ICRC), Czech Republic is a new-generation research center focusing on the pathogenesis of diseases including finding new methods, technologies and medicaments for effective prevention, early diagnostics and individualized treatment.

We are a top Central European research center with more than 200 researchers, new technologies and experience in using EU grant support. We focus on research and development mainly in the fields of cardiovascular and neurological diseases. Our partners are world-class research centers and universities. For more reference, you can see our website: http://www.fnusa-icrc.org/en/

Job Description:

We invite applications for a PhD studentship from applicants with an enthusiastic interest in molecular biology and biochemistry. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Dr. Krejčí to identify and characterize novel inhibitors of DNA repair nucleases, their mechanisms of action and therapeutic implications.

Desirable Qualifications:

• The PhD position candidate should hold or be about to complete a Masters degree in molecular biology, biochemistry or similar field.
• The applicant is also expected to demonstrate essential training in a range of molecular biology techniques relevant to basic research.
• The applicant should be well-organised, motivated and passionate about pursuing a career in biomedical research.

We offer:

• The offered projects contribute to a rapidly advancing, very competitive field.
• The lab hosts international team members, has a strong publication track record and international collaborations.
• We offer a fully funded position with competitive salary in a well established laboratory.
• The successful candidate can start immediately.

How to apply:

Please submit your application, including CV with 2 academic referees and a cover letter to: tereza.kejdova@fnusa.cz.

Informal inquires can be directed to Dr. Krejčí (lkrejci@chemi.muni.cz) or Dr. Procházková (jana.prochazkova4@fnusa.cz).

Application deadline is 30 April 2017. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Selection process:

All received applications will be reviewed carefully, with focus on the excellence of candidates. Shortlisted will be contacted and invited for an interview.

Disclaimer:

We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, ethnicity, disability, national origin, nationality, political opinion or any other aspect unrelated to work.

By responding to this invitation and/or sending your CV and any other personal materials to St. Anne's University Hospital, you consent to the collection, processing and storage of your personal data in accordance with Act No. 101/2000 Coll., the protection of personal data. You are providing St. Anne's University Hospital with these data solely for the purpose of mediating employment, the period however being no longer than one year from submitting. Should you not reclaim the materials submitted by you, they will be discarded after the period has expired.

Contact:
Mgr. Tereza Kejdová

E-mail:
tereza.kejdova@fnusa.cz

Updated: 10.7.2017