Summary
The University of Basel’s Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher (100%) in Structural Biology and Natural Product Biosynthesis. The successful candidate will contribute to elucidating natural product biosynthetic pathways, focusing on bacterial aromatic polyketide biosynthesis through structural and mechanistic studies.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Biology & Natural Product Biosynthesis, Basel, Switzerland
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (100%)
| Research Area | Location | Eligibility/Qualifications |
|---|---|---|
| Structural Biology & Natural Product Biosynthesis | Pharmacenter, Basel, Switzerland | – Doctoral degree in structural biology, pharmaceutical biology, (bio)chemistry, or microbiology. – Required experience in structural biology/X-ray crystallography and natural product research. – Knowledge in enzymology, protein design, molecular biology, microbial metabolism, natural product analysis (LCMS, NMR, etc.), and/or bioinformatics is advantageous. |
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Researcher will work under Prof. Robin Teufel, focusing on:
- Elucidating natural product biosynthetic pathways and enzymology.
- Exploring the mechanistic and structural aspects of bacterial aromatic polyketide biosynthesis.
- Engineering enzymes in collaboration with project partners to produce natural product derivatives for evaluation of bioactivities, including antibiotic and anticancer properties.
- Assisting PhD students with the structural elucidation of proteins.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the University of Basel’s online application portal, including the following documents:
- Brief cover letter
- Up-to-date curriculum vitae (CV)
- Contact details of 2 referees
Note: Applications via email, postal services, or agencies will not be considered.
Last Date to Apply
Applications are open until the position is filled, but prospective candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible by the application portal.
For general inquiries, please contact: robin.teufel@unibas.ch
