PhD, postdoc & bioinformatician positions in plant epigenetics are available for in the group of Iva Mozgová, Biology Centre CAS, Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic

Start date: August 2019 or based on agreement

Application deadline: March 31st

We are a newly established research group interested in the function and evolution of the Polycomb Repressive Complexes (PRC) in the green lineage. The successful candidates will join projects that combine methodical approaches of epigenetics, molecular biology, genetics and physiology. We are in particular searching for candidates with previous experience in working with algal models.

Requirements

  • PhD student: MSc in molecular biology, genetics or related
  • Postdoc: PhD in molecular biology, genetics, epigenetics, biochemistry or evolutionary biology (previous experience with early land plant models and/or algal models is a strong advantage), publication track record
  • Bioinformatician: MSc or PhD in bioinformatics or track record as active bioinformatician (experience with RNA-seq / ChIP-seq /BS-seq NGS data analysis is a plus)
  • Proficiency in English – oral and written
  • Openness to learn new techniques
  • Active attitude to problem-solving, ability to work in a team
  • Independent thinking & motivation

 

Offer

  • Cutting-edge research projects
  • International collaboration & visibility
  • English speaking, stimulating and friendly environment
  • Competitive salary
  • Full-time positions for 2 years with possibility of extension (for postdoc) or 4 years (for PhD student)
  • Professional career development & soft skills
  • Work-life balance in a historical middle-sized university city offering options for outdoor and cultural activities

 

Please submit your structured CV including list of publications, motivation letter and name & contact details of two academic referees via e-mail to mozgova@umbr.cas.cz before March 31, 2019. Interviews with selected applicants will be held in April. Feel free to contact me on the above email address for further information.

Official job posting: https://www.bc.cas.cz/en/article/article-detail/4724-phd-postdoc-bioinformatician-positions-in-plant-epigenetics/

Lab website: mozgovalab.umbr.cas.cz (coming soon)

Location: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/České_Budějovice