Postdoc and PhD student positions at the Biozentrum (Basel, Switzerland)

Date: 29 November 2011 10:24


Postdoctoral and PhD student positions are available at the Biozentrum,
University of Basel, Switzerland, in the group of Timm Maier to study
eukaryotic lipid metabolism and its regulation through structural and
functional work on very large multifunctional enzymes and membrane
proteins (cf. Science 321:1325, Nature, 459:726, Q Rev Biophys, 43:373).

We are currently expanding our research team and are looking for
enthusiastic scientists, who share our dedication to solve challenging
problems in biology (see www.biozentrum.unibas.ch). Our approach builds on
X-ray crystallography as a key method to obtain insights at atomic
resolution in combination with strategies for the stabilization, labeling
and trapping of macromolecules. Biophysical characterization of
macromolecular interactions and functional analysis complement our
structural studies. The core program "Structural Biology and Biophysics"
of the Biozentrum offers a stimulating interdisciplinary environment and
state-of-the-art facilities for all aspects of modern structural biology.

Postdoc candidates should have recently obtained their PhD with practical
experience in crystallographic structure determination or production of
difficult protein targets and are expected to have demonstrated their
scientific excellence by at least one publication as first author.The
Biozentrum is dedicated to excellence in research and education. It
provides outstanding support and training for PhD students
(www.biozentrum.unibas.ch/education). PhD candidates should have a recent
master's degree in biological sciences including practical lab work in
molecular biology or protein production. Prior experience in structural
biology is an advantage but not required. Basel is a global centre for
biological research, with major academic institutions and research
departments of leading life science companies. The Biozentrum is an
internationally renowned institute for basic life science research. With
over 500 staff members from 40 countries, it is the largest natural
science department of the University of Basel.

Please send your application (electronically as a single pdf document)
including CV, publication record and a concise outline of prior research
experience together with addresses of up to three references to
timm.maier@unibas.ch. The University of Basel is an equal opportunity
employer and encourages applications from female candidates. Informal
inquiries via e-mail are welcome.