PhD student position: deciphering the molecular basis of allostery in CRISPR associated proteins using single-molecule experiments
- Single-molecule fluorescence/FRET/DyeCycling experiments
- Solid-state nanopore/NEOtrap experiments
- Advanced data analysis, coding, kinetic modeling
- Protein production and functionalization
- Single-molecule experiments and interpretation
- Advanced data analysis, coding, modeling, machine learning
- Optics and fluorescence microscopy and/or nanopore techniques
- Protein biochemistry
Essential requirements:
- MSc degree in physics or (bio-)chemistry with excellent grades
- High motivation and curiosity about fundamental questions on the physical-chemistry of life
- Independent analytical thinking and systematic work style
- Excellent experimental problem-solving skills and perseverance
- Friendly team player proficient in English communication (speaking & writing)
- An exciting and fully funded PhD project in Basel, Switzerland
- Embedding in a productive, interdisciplinary group with an open and interactive lab culture
- State-of-the-art research infrastructure and facilities
- A highly international and interdisciplinary setting stimulating your professional and personal development
- The GRACE graduate center, wide-ranging sports offers, etc.
- A beautiful and very livable city at the intersection of Germany, France, and Switzerland
Applications are invited before/by April 30th, 2024. Please submit your application via Write an email with subject 'Application PhD4 Firstname Lastname', and include:
your letter of motivation, your CV, and email addresses of 2-3 references - all merged into one single pdf file named 'Application PhD4 Firstname Lastname.pdf'.
For questions, please contact Prof. Sonja Schmid: Write an email.
4000 Basel
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Universität Basel