Selection Procedures
Institute of Biotechnology of the CAS announces a competition for the position Protein Production Expert.
We are seeking an expert in recombinant protein production for the Protein Production Laboratory at the Centre of Molecular Structure, a core facility that is part of the national infrastructure CIISB and the European infrastructure Instruct-ERIC.
The CMS is part of the Czech Infrastructure for Integrative Structural Biology (https://www.ciisb.org/) and the European Infrastructure Instruct-ERIC (https://instruct-eric.eu/). It provides open access to structural biology techniques across Europe, with a strong emphasis on tailored user support. For more details about CMS, its structure, equipment, and services, visit: https://www.ibt.cas.cz/en/core-facilities/centre-of-molecular-structure/
Job Description
- Conducting projects involving cloning, expression, and purification of recombinant proteins for user laboratories.
- Developing methods and providing expertise to the scientific community.
- Actively participating in laboratory operations.
- Contributing to the facility’s development within the context of national and European research infrastructures.
- Collaborating within CIISB and Instruct-ERIC.
- Facilitating open access to structural biology techniques.
Requirements
- A university degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, structural biology, or related fields.
- Proven experience with DNA cloning, recombinant protein expression, and purification techniques.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Advanced English proficiency (B2/C1 level) – both written and spoken.
- Clean criminal record.
- Experience with tissue culture techniques is an advantage.
- Publication record in relevant fields is an advantage.
What We Offer
- Full-time employment in a prestigious scientific center.
- Opportunities to participate in international research projects.
- Professional growth and further education opportunities.
- Supportive and friendly work environment.
- Competitive salary.
- Five weeks of paid annual leave.
- Meal allowance.
Start Date: February–April 2025
Workplace: Institute of Biotechnology, Biotechnology and Biomedicine Center (BIOCEV), Vestec, Czech Republic
How to Apply
To apply, please send your motivation letter and CV to: hr@ibt.cas.cz.
For further information about the position, please contact: Dr. Miroslava Alblová – miroslava.alblova@ibt.cas.cz
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Data Protection: Details on personal data processing can be found at: https://www.ibt.cas.cz/en/about-the-institute/official-noticeboard/gdpr/
Application deadline: 02/28/2025