Associate researcher in toxin-antitoxin studies - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Description of the workplace 

Our research group at the uses a combination of microbiological, biochemical and structural approaches to study molecular mechanisms of toxin-antitoxin (TA) systems of bacteria and bacteriophages. This project will focus on discovery of other TA-based mechanisms of phage immunity and uncover their molecular mechanisms. In our research group at the Department of Experimental Medical Science, Medical Faculty we strive for a supportive, respectful and stimulating working environment that promotes personal and professional development for all members. The team consists of two associate researchers and two PhD students. The lab is fully equipped and operates in close collaboration with top research groups in Europe and USA.

We are now looking for an associate researcher in toxin-antitoxin studies. This is fulltime permanent position with desired start date 2024-01-01 or according to agreement. Probationary employment might be applied. 

We offer

Lund University is a public authority which means that employees get particular benefits, generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme. We also have a flexitime agreement that provides good conditions for work/life balance.

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Work duties and responsibilities 

As an assistant researcher your main responsibility will be experimental studies of toxin-antitoxin systems. Specifically, you will be applying microbiological, biochemical and molecular biology approaches to uncover the mechanisms of toxicity of new TA systems. Other tasks related to running the research group can also be relevant. As research in the field is rapidly progressing internationally, part of the work effort will be dedicated to keeping abreast with research literature and new methods in the field

 Qualifications 

Requirements for employment are:

- The successful applicant should hold a doctoral degree in molecular biology / microbiology or corresponding.

- Publications record in international journals.

- Good skills in both written and spoken English.

- Experience in microbiological, structural and molecular biology studies of toxin-antitoxin systems.

- Experience in working with bacteriophages

- Excellent communication in English

Personal skills are of importance. It is crucial that you are structured in your work and can work independently and have good social skills

Desired qualifications for the position are:

- Experience in protein or/and RNA biochemistry

Further information 

This is fulltime permanent position with desired start date 2024-01-01 or according to agreement. Probationary employment might be applied. 

How to apply

Applications are to be submitted via the University’s recruitment system. The application is to/should include a personal letter justifying your interest in the position and how it matches your qualifications. The application is to/should also include a CV and degree certificates.