PhD Student Position: The Biomolecular Nano-Dynamics group at the Department of Chemistry, University of Basel, invites applications for a fully funded PhD student position in biophysical chemistry. This position offers an exciting opportunity to study protein dynamics and chaperone function using cutting-edge techniques such as single-molecule fluorescence/FRET and unnatural amino-acid labeling.
PhD Student Position: Elucidating Chaperone Protein Function Using Single-Molecule Fluorescence/FRET
Summary Table:
- Position: PhD Student
- Duration: 100%
- Start Date: June (negotiable)
- Location: University of Basel, Switzerland
- Application Deadline: April 7th, 2024
Study Area: The research focuses on biophysical chemistry, specifically elucidating chaperone protein function using single-molecule fluorescence/FRET techniques.
Scholarship Description: The successful candidate will embark on a PhD project aimed at unraveling the molecular processes underlying the function of Hsp90 chaperone proteins. Utilizing state-of-the-art methodologies, including single-molecule fluorescence/FRET and genetic code expansion, you will investigate the dynamic behavior of Hsp90 proteins in assisting protein folding and maturation in health and disease.
Eligibility: Applicants must hold an MSc degree in (bio-)chemistry, physics, or molecular life sciences with excellent grades. Essential requirements include high motivation, independent analytical thinking, excellent experimental problem-solving skills, and proficiency in English communication.
Required Documents: Interested candidates should submit the following documents merged into a single PDF file named ‘Application PhD3 Firstname Lastname.pdf’:
- Letter of motivation
- Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Email addresses of 2-3 references
How to Apply: Please submit your application via email to sonja.schmid@unibas.ch with the subject ‘Application PhD3 Firstname Lastname’ before the application deadline of April 7th, 2024.
Last Date: The application deadline is April 7th, 2024.
For any inquiries or further information, please contact Prof. Sonja Schmid at sonja.schmid@unibas.ch.
Join us in Basel, Switzerland, for an exciting PhD journey at the forefront of biophysical
