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<div class="">My group currently has two open positions for PhD students.</div>
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<div class="">The positions are fully funded by the Swiss National Science Foundation, and the selected candidates will become part of the <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.bsm.uzh.ch/en/program.html__;!!Mih3wA!A-tCosjEoZHsOHXPD2zqWgCvWtYKWZPrq2vWXBisaW3QXgRPWemGlUuvZGLNA7e_UE4uErIyp4DMT6uczyMwD2G7dg$" class="">PhD program in Biomolecular Structure and Mechanism</a> and
the <a href="https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.lifescience-graduateschool.uzh.ch/en.html__;!!Mih3wA!A-tCosjEoZHsOHXPD2zqWgCvWtYKWZPrq2vWXBisaW3QXgRPWemGlUuvZGLNA7e_UE4uErIyp4DMT6uczyMld3S-cA$" class="">Life Science Zurich Graduate School</a>.<br class="">
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Research in the Kassube group focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of Fe-S protein biogenesis and DNA repair. We employ state-of-the-art structural biology methods in combination with biochemical and biophysical techniques to obtain mechanistic
insights into the inner workings of multiprotein complexes involved in Fe-S protein biogenesis and DNA repair.<br class="">
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We are looking for an enthusiastic person with the following qualifications:<br class="">
<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Master's degree in biochemistry or a related field<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Practical experience in molecular biology and protein biochemistry<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Experience in structural biology preferred<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Curious mindset and a strong interest in molecular mechanisms of proteins<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Personal drive and commitment to science<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English (German is not required)<br class="">
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We offer<br class="">
<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• training in cryo-electron microscopy, biochemistry and biophysics<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• access to high-end scientific infrastructure for biochemical and structural studies<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• a supportive and highly collaborative working environment in a young and dynamic team<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• participation in national and international scientific conferences<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• academic and professional career development<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• excellent working conditions at the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Zurich<br class="">
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Zurich is a major hub for life-science research and consistently ranks among the top cities for quality of life.<br class="">
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Application materials should include the following documents:<br class="">
<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• your CV, including a list of publications (if applicable)<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• a motivation letter outlining your academic background, previous research experience, scientific interests and motivation for joining our group<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• copies of your degrees and transcript of records<br class="">
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<div class=""><span class="Apple-tab-span" style="white-space: pre;"></span>• contact information for at least two references<br class="">
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Please send your application as a single pdf to <a href="mailto:s.kassube@bioc.uzh.ch" class="">s.kassube@bioc.uzh.ch</a> and indicate your preferred starting date.</div>
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<div class="">Best wishes,</div>
<div class="">Susanne</div>
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<div>Susanne Kassube<br class="">
SNSF Assistant Professor <br class="">
Department of Biochemistry</div>
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Winterthurerstrasse 190<br class="">
CH-8057 Zurich<br class="">
Switzerland<br class="">
Tel. +41-44-6355503<br class="">
<a href="mailto:s.kassube@bioc.uzh.ch" class="">E-mail: s.kassube@bioc.uzh.ch</a><br class="">
Web: http://www.bioc.uzh.ch<br class="">
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