PhD Scholarship in Structural Biology: The Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP) in Berlin is offering a DFG-funded PhD position in Cryo-EM and Structural Biology within the Junior Research Group “Structure and mechanism of microbiome-driven diseases” led by Dr. Daniel Roderer. This position offers an exciting opportunity to conduct research on the molecular mechanisms of microbiome-driven carcinogenesis.
PhD Scholarship in Cryo-EM and Structural Biology at Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP)
Designation
PhD Position in Cryo-EM and Structural Biology (f/m/d)
Research Area
- Molecular Mechanism of Microbiome-Driven Carcinogenesis
- Cryogenic Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM)
- Structural Biology
- Protein Biochemistry
- Biophysics
Location
Leibniz-Forschungsinstitut für Molekulare Pharmakologie (FMP), Berlin, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Education: Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field with excellent grades.
- Experience: Profound experience in protein biochemistry or electron microscopy. Previous experience in structural biology (cryo-EM and/or X-ray crystallography) is advantageous.
- Skills: Strong motivation, meticulous work ethic, ability to work in a team, and a desire to excel in science. Fluency in English is required; knowledge of German is not necessary.
Job Description
The successful candidate will join the Junior Research Group led by Dr. Daniel Roderer to investigate the molecular mechanisms of Fusobacterium nucleatum autotransporter adhesin binding to human target cells. The project involves:
- Analyzing complexes between bacterial adhesins and human cell surface receptors.
- Utilizing cryogenic electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) and cryo tomography (Cryo-ET) to achieve near-atomic resolution of these interactions both in vitro and within cellular environments.
This position is initially limited to three years, with the potential for extension. The salary is based on the German public sector scheme (TVöD Bund), and the position is 65% of a full-time role.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents in a single PDF file:
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates
- A 1-page statement of research experience and interests
- Contact details of at least two references
Please send your application to Dr. Daniel Roderer at roderer@fmp-berlin.de by August 31st, 2024.
For further information, you can reach out to Dr. Daniel Roderer or refer to the project-related preprint: Project Preprint.
We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, or religion, and particularly welcome applications from disabled candidates who will be given preference in the case of equal qualifications.
Last Date for Apply
August 31st, 2024
We look forward to receiving your application!
