Postdoc position Computational Biology: The Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC) in Madrid, Spain, is offering a fully funded 3-year postdoctoral position in the field of Computational Biology/Protein Design. The project, led by PIs Mark J. van Raaij and Carmen San Martín, focuses on the intelligent design of efficient adenovirus The candidate will study the structure of adenovirus particles and proteins. They will also design protein modifications to improve how the virus interacts with the host for better gene delivery.ns for efficient gene delivery.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: Computational Biology/Protein Design
Location: Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC), Madrid, Spain
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD degree in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, protein chemistry, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated experience in computational biology, specifically in protein design or protein-protein interaction modeling and simulations
- Additional experience in virus structure or protein structure determination is advantageous
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research setting
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and excellent record keeping
- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills
- Enthusiasm, motivation, and willingness to learn new methods
- Problem-solving skills
Job Description:
- Solve and analyze structures of adenovirus particles or proteins, both independently and in complex with host factors
- Design protein modifications to optimize virus-host interactions for efficient gene delivery
- Utilize computational biology techniques, focusing on protein design and protein-protein interaction modeling and simulations
- Work as part of a team in an international collaborative research environment
- Maintain accurate records of research activities
- Communicate research findings effectively through written and oral presentations
- Contribute to the overall goals of the project and collaborate with PIs and team members
How to Apply: Interested candidates should send a single PDF document to iads@cnb.csic.es, including:
- A cover letter describing previous research achievements and motivation for applying
- Detailed CV with a list of publications and explanation of own contributions
- Contact information for at least two references, including the PhD supervisor
Please indicate “protein design” in the email subject.
Last Date for Apply: Rolling applications, no specific deadline provided
For further information or inquiries, please contact:
Carmen San Martín, Ph.D. Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC) Darwin, 3 28049-Madrid (SPAIN) Email: carmen@cnb.csic.es Phone: 34-91-5855450 (internal: 432228) Fax: 34-91-5854506
Table 1: Position Details
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Computational Biology/Protein Design |
| Location | Centro Nacional de Biotecnología (CNB-CSIC), Madrid, Spain |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – PhD degree in biochemistry, structural biology, biophysics, protein chemistry, or a related discipline<br>- Demonstrated experience in computational biology, specifically in protein design or protein-protein interaction modeling and simulations<br>- Additional experience in virus structure or protein structure determination is advantageous<br>- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international research setting<br>- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and excellent record keeping<br>- Excellent written and spoken English communication skills<br>- Enthusiasm, motivation, and willingness to learn new methods<br>- Problem-solving skills |
| Last Date for Apply | Rolling applications, no specific deadline provided |
Table 2: How to Apply
| How to Apply | Interested candidates should send a single PDF document to iads@cnb.csic.es, including: |
|---|---|
| Application Documents | – A cover letter describing previous research achievements and motivation for applying<br>- Detailed CV with a list of publications and explanation of own contributions<br>- Contact information for at least two references, including the PhD supervisor |
| Last Date for Apply | Rolling applications, no specific deadline provided |
