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Postdoctoral Fellow
Postdoctoral position in the Laboratory of Biological Rhythms Full-time
Postdoctoral position in the Laboratory of Biological Rhythms
Czech Academy of Sciences
Biomedical Research Campus in Prague, Krč
Project title: Impact of disruption of the circadian system on health
Supervisor: Prof. PharmDr. Alena Sumova, DSc.
Laboratory of Biological Rhythms
Institute of Physiology of the Czech Academy of Sciences
Address: Videnska 1083, 142 00 Prague 4, Czech Republic
The project aims to characterize the mutual communication between the circadian clock and physiological processes and the impact of its disruption on health using animal models, including laboratory rats, and transgenic mouse models. To achieve this, a broad range of molecular and behavioral techniques commonly used in circadian research will be employed.
Work Environment:
Our laboratory routinely employs a range of advanced methods, including immunohistochemical techniques for detecting antigens in tissue sections, confocal microscopy, Western blot analysis, and in situ hybridization using 35S-labeled rRNA probes. We also utilize RT-qPCR, single-cell real-time recording for detecting bioluminescence from organotypic tissue explants of mPer2Luc mice with a circadian luminometer (LumiCycle, Actimetrics, Inc., USA) and the Luminoview LV200 luminescence microscope (Olympus). Additional techniques include AAV transfection and analysis of large data sets obtained through omics technologies. The laboratory offers a friendly and collaborative environment.
Applicant Profile (Requirements):
- PhD degree or equivalent obtained within the last 3 years in one of the following fields: Physiology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, or related disciplines, or expected to graduate this year
- Fluency in English and strong writing skills are required
- Previous experience with biostatistics, in vivo models (e.g., mouse and rat), and molecular biology techniques is an advantage
Position Details and Benefits:
- Work in a creative, international environment
- Competitive salary based on the Institute’s internal policies, as well as the candidate’s skills and experience
- Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and resources
- Opportunity to collaborate with diverse international research teams.
- Professional development opportunities and career mentorship
- Working benefits (e.g. health insurance, language courses, meal allowance, childcare, institutional lodging house)
- Full-time position (1.0 FTE)
- 5 weeks of holiday, plus 1 additional week of holiday, and 3 sick day
Duration:
The postdoctoral position with a duration of up to 3 years will start depending on the agreement between the applicant and the supervisor.
How to apply:
Send your CV (including a list of publications), contact details for 2-3 referees and a motivation letter to [Please click the Apply button for the link or address]
This position was announced in connection with the internal competition for salary support for postdoctoral researchers with international experience. Although the competition has already taken place, the eligibility criteria remain relevant for applicants. The aim of the competition is to attract talented postdoctoral researchers with experience from international stays. Eligible candidates must hold a university degree and have obtained their PhD (or equivalent) no more than three years ago. In addition, they must have at least one year of uninterrupted work experience in an outstanding foreign laboratory (in a country different from where they obtained their PhD). For postdoctoral researchers who earned their PhD abroad, the evaluation committee may waive the requirement of a one-year international stay.