Postdoctoral Researcher

Institute of Plant Molecular Biology

Employment contract

Imagine uncovering a new protein that could redefine how we understand calcium signaling in plants. We did, and now we’re on a quest to unlock its mysteries. Are you ready to dive into pioneering research? Join us!

The Laboratory of Plant Cell Morphogenesis at the Institute of Plant Molecular Biology, Biology Centre CAS is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to become part of our new research team. Our mission: to reveal the mechanisms of CNGC channel operation and make a landmark contribution to the field of plant Ca²⁺ signaling.

Starting 1.1.2025, 2 year with possible extension.

Your role: As part of our group, you’ll work with cutting-edge techniques, including:

• Advanced microscopy: single-molecule imaging, TIRF/VAEM, microfluidics, and live imaging
• Modern molecular biology methodologies: proximity labeling, Gibson assembly/Greengate cloning, CRISPR/Cas9
• Computational modeling: get hands-on experience with molecular dynamics simulations and whole-atom modeling of channel complexes

If you’re driven by scientific discovery and innovation, we’d love to have you with us on this journey.(https://www.umbr.cas.cz/en/)

Competitive candidates:

• Have international research experience
• Display competitive CV and track record
• Display independent thinking, and a passion for science
• Display an excellent knowledge of spoken and written English
• Have their own original/innovative research ideas
• Are able to work independently, to plan independently experiments and to organise all their laboratory and office work
• Are able to learn and master the basic methods, tools, approaches, and laboratory devices connected to the project
• Are able to collect data, to analyse data, to interpret data, and to present data
• Are open to apply for fellowships and grants (e.g. MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship, EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowship, etc.)
• Are able to present research results at seminars and conferences
• Are able to write manuscripts including methods, results, conclusions, figures, and tables
• Are able to advise secondary school student interns; to co-advise bachelor and master students
• Are able to discuss the research topic in a broader perspective and context
• Are willing to attend workshops and training courses for postdocs to strengthen their knowledge and skills

• 5 weeks of paid holiday yearly (for 1 FTE)
• Subsidized lunches in our own canteen
• Standard health insurance and social security
• Benefits from Social fund
• Working in a stable, prestigious research institution of international importance
• Welcome service and further support for foreigners (HR Award)
• English speaking, friendly & stimulating international working environment
• Work-life balance in a middle-sized university city offering options for outdoor, sport & cultural activities
• Free language classes (Czech for foreigners, English for Czechs)
• Opportunity to take part in mentoring programmes as a mentor or a mentee
• Concessionary services at the contractual operator and bank
• Campus-based daycare for employees‘ children from the age of 1 year

The Biology Centre is located in České Budějovice (2 hours south of the capital Prague), a middle-sized city with ca. 100K inhabitants, relaxed atmosphere, over 750 years of tradition and a breathtaking countryside around. Both the town and the surrounding countryside provide numerous opportunities for research and leisure activities. There is also a growing international expert community at the Biology Centre CAS (BC CAS) and the University of South Bohemia (USB). In addition, the living costs are still low by international standards. Check out our Guide for Expats (https://www.bc.cas.cz/en/employees) to read about life in the city and the Czech Republic.

The Biology Centre of the Czech Academy of Sciences holds the HR Award. Our selection process meets European standards for recruitment of researchers (https://www.bc.cas.cz/en/employees/candidates/otm-r/) and we provide our employees from abroad with welcome service (visa application, administration, relocation & settlement support). Gender equality plan (https://www.bc.cas.cz/en/about-us/gender-equality) has been accepted in 2022.

Send your CV and motivation letter via the REPLY button below by 01.12.2024 23:59 CET.

For more information about this position, please contact Ivan Kulich at ivan.kulich@umbr.cas.cz.