Postdoc and Ph.D. student positions in the Cell Biology of mammalian oocytes and early embryos

1) Ph.D student position (R1) and Postdoc position (R2) in Genome integrity protection in mammalian oocytes and preimplantation embryos (Dr. David Drutovic, Laboratory of DNA integrity), keywords: chromosome segregation, spindle formation, oocyte/embryo development, live-cell imaging

2) Postdoc position (R2), RNA fate in the oocyte and embryo development (Dr. Andrej Susor, Laboratory of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Germs Cells), keywords: RNA metabolism, oocyte/embryo development

Description of the job:

We are looking for motivated individuals who are able to think conceptually. Please see the specific research interests of the labs on Pubmed and https://www.iapg.cas.cz/en/laboratories/www.iapg.cas.cz/en/

Requirements:

• The successful candidate should be highly motivated; display initiative and independence.
• Advanced knowledge and previous practical experience with molecular biology techniques and/or imaging
• Previous experience with oocyte microinjections and confocal and live-cell microscopy techniques is advantageous
• Good communication and time management skills are vital
• Ability to conduct research independently combined with a strong ability to work in a team
• High level of responsibility
• Capacity to develop new methods and adopt new techniques
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English

Conditions:

• The full-time position (40 hours weekly) will start at the earliest possible date and will be for a minimum of 12 months; extension is possible depending on the progress
• evaluation period of 3 months
• salary of 25.000 – 50.000 CZK per month (depending on work experience, quality of work, and evaluation)
• Five weeks of vacations, five sick days, and a wide range of benefits (subsidized meals, language courses, pension insurance, Multipass).
• Small international research environment.
• Institute holds HR Award https://www.iapg.cas.cz/en/hr-award/

Select from the projects above 1) or 2) and include the selected project title in the subject of the email.

Required documents in a single PDF file via email to Human.Resources@iapg.cas.cz (please do not apply via press SEND APPLICATION)

• CV with research experience and skills
• Cover letter
• Contact details to at least two relevant referees
• Certificate of MSc., Ph.D., or equivalent degree in Cell Biology, Molecular biology, Biochemistry, or related field