Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Virology
Join the Plevka Lab at Masaryk University to advance structural virology research on picornaviruses, flaviviruses, and bacteriophages.
Best for:Best for postdoctoral researchers with a PhD in virology, structural biology, biochemistry, or molecular biology, seeking to advance their expertise in cryo-EM and virus structural analysis.
Overview
This postdoctoral position at Masaryk University’s Central European Institute of Technology (CEITEC) in Brno focuses on structural virology, aiming to elucidate the mechanisms of virus replication in human picornaviruses, flaviviruses, and pathogenic bacteria-infecting bacteriophages. The successful candidate will work with state-of-the-art cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM) equipment within an ERC Consolidator grant-funded lab. The role is ideal for researchers with expertise in structural biology, virology, or related fields, offering a dynamic environment to contribute to cutting-edge scientific discoveries. The position emphasizes independent research, collaboration, and access to advanced core facilities.
What you'll do
- Conduct advanced structural virology research using cryo-EM and related techniques to determine virus particle structures and infection mechanisms.
- Develop and implement experimental protocols for studying picornaviruses, flaviviruses, and bacteriophages.
- Collaborate with lab members and core facility staff to access and utilize cutting-edge equipment and resources.
- Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present research at conferences or internal lab meetings.
- Contribute to the design and execution of research projects supported by ERC Consolidator funding.
- Maintain detailed records of experimental procedures, data, and results for reproducibility and future reference.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in virology, structural biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field
Language: English; fluency in spoken and written English
Instruction: English
Publications: Publication record in peer-reviewed journals
- Proven research experience in virology or structural biology
- Fluency in English (spoken and written)
- Experience with cryo-EM, cryo-electron tomography (cryo-ET), or X-ray crystallography (advantageous but not mandatory)
- Experience with tissue culture work or genetic modification of bacteria and phages (strong plus)
- Programming skills (strong plus)
- Publication record in peer-reviewed journals
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-30
Applicants should submit a CV, motivation letter, list of publications, and contacts for at least two references via the e-application portal. For any issues with the application process, contact Darja Horáková at darja.horakova@ceitec.muni.cz.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- List of publications
- Contacts for at least two references
Contact
Darja Horáková· Application Contact
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