Summary
The CEA (French Alternative Energies and Atomic Energy Commission) offers a scholarship for a PhD student position focusing on enzymatic reactions of anaerobic microbes. This research is part of the ERC Project “EnLightEn,” aimed at understanding microbial anaerobic carbon cycling.
PhD Student in Biochemistry/Chemistry, Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Isère, France
Designation
PhD Student in Biochemistry/Chemistry
Table of Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Biology, Biophysics, and Biochemistry |
| Contract Type | Fixed-term contract (36 months) |
| Location | Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Isère, France |
| Eligibility | Master’s degree in Biochemistry; fluency in English; experience in protein purification preferred |
| Starting Date | September 1, 2026 |
Research Area
The research will focus on studying the enzymatic chemistry orchestrated in microbial anaerobic carbon cycling, targeting methanogenesis and methanotrophy in anaerobic archaea.
Location
Grenoble, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Isère, France
Eligibility/Qualification
- A Master’s degree in Biochemistry
- Experience in purifying native proteins, setting up enzymatic assays, and protein biophysical/biochemical characterization is preferred
- Fluency in English is required
Description
The PhD position involves:
- Extracting and purifying proteins involved in catabolic processes using oxygen-free methods.
- Characterizing these proteins through biochemical, biophysical, and structural tools.
- Developing reaction assays and analyzing data to elucidate reaction mechanisms.
- Publishing findings in scientific articles.
You’ll be part of a dynamic research environment at the Grenoble Interdisciplinary Institute, benefiting from a range of practical and social benefits while living in the scenic region of Grenoble.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in this opportunity should submit their applications through the CEA Careers website, providing all necessary documentation.
Last Date to Apply
Until position filled
