Ph.D. Position in Computational Biophysics: An exciting opportunity is available for highly motivated graduates to join a research team focusing on multiscale molecular simulations to explore glycans’ structure, dynamics, and interactions with biological systems.
Ph.D. Position in Computational Biophysics and Glycobiology
Designation
Ph.D. Candidate in Computational Biophysics and Glycobiology
Research Area
- Computational Biophysics
- Glycobiology
- Molecular Simulations
- Interactions with Proteins and Lipid Membranes
Location
Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
Eligibility/Qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Education | Master’s degree in Biophysics, Physics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or equivalent (required at the time of enrolment to the Ph.D. program) |
| Communication Skills | Excellent oral and written English |
| Commitment | High level of commitment to complete the Ph.D. study |
| Prior Experience | Training/experience in programming and performing molecular simulations is an advantage |
Description
The selected candidate will engage in the integration of cutting-edge molecular simulations, optimization-driven computational approaches, and machine learning applications to study bacterial glycans and lipopolysaccharides (LPS). The research aims to understand the role of these biomolecules in biological processes like cell signaling and disease development, specifically focusing on innovative functionalization methods for implant coatings to minimize bacterial attachment. The position is fully funded, covering a four-year program with potential supplementary funding from the Czech Science Foundation.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit the following documents to Dr. Denys Biriukov via email at denys.biriukov@ceitec.muni.cz:
- Curriculum vitae
- Motivation letter summarizing previous research activities and future objectives
- Publication list
- Contact information for a reference
Last Date for Apply
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
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