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PhD student position in molecular genetics of protists
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Ostrava, Czech Republic
Laboratory and Institution information
The University of Ostrava is the fastest developing University in Czech Republic. Laboratory of Molecular
protozoology at the Life Science Research Centre is focused on molecular biology and functional genomics
of Trypanosomatidae. There are two main research directions in the laboratory: i) studies of biodiversity;
and ii) analysis of virulent factors in Leishmania infection.
Requirements
Fluent English, experience in molecular biology and genetics. Basic bio-computing (e.g. genome and
transcriptome analysis) and statistics experience are advantageous.
Job description
Successful candidate is expected to continue the on-going project on characterization of molecular
mechanisms determining protein translation in Blastocrithidia. This flagellate possesses a non-canonical
nuclear genetic code with UGA reassigned to encode tryptophan, while UAG and UAA used for glutamate
encoding as well as for bona fide termination. The molecular basis for the dual interpretation of UAG and
UAA codons remains elusive. Genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic analyses will be complemented by
functional studies in this protist. This is a collaborative project with the Institute of Parasitology in České
Budějovice.
Recent publication on the topic
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27593378
How to apply
Interested applicants should e-mail a CV and a cover letter explaining their suitability and motivation for the
position and previous experience to Dr. Vyacheslav Yurchenko by February 15th, 2017. E-mail:
[email protected]
For more information please visit
http://www1.osu.cz/~yurchenko/