PhD Student in Membrane/Protein Biophysics

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PhD Student in Membrane/Protein Biophysics

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Job description: Offer DescriptionWe invite you to be a part of the EU Research Framework Program H2020 / Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions “WATER- Doctoral Network on Interfacial Water in Membrane Transport”.This doctoral training program offers an exceptional opportunity for highly motivated candidates to pursue cutting-edge research on the role of water in biological systems. The projects span diverse disciplines including membrane transport, structural biology, biophysics, synthetic chemistry, and biomedical applications.We look for students holding their master’s degree in (Bio)Physics, (Bio)Chemistry, Biological Engineering or Molecular Biology and interested in membrane biophysics and structure/function of mitochondrial proteins.You will be involved in the part project DC10:Water governing the dynamics of mitochondrial carriers of the SLC25 superfamilyThe project aims to evaluate the impact water confinement has on metabolite and putative water transport of uncoupling proteins, using conductance measurements of reconstituted planar bilayer membranes, stopped-flow spectrometry, confocal microscopy, isotope flux measurements, fluorescent microscopy and molecular dynamics simulations.Application deadline: 21 July 2025Please send your application (letter of motivation, detailed CV) toElena E. Pohl, MDUniversity Professor, Chair of Physiology and BiophysicsDepartment of Biological Sciences and Pathobiology, University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna, AustriaPhone: +43 1 25077-4570Where to apply E-mailelena.pohl@vetmeduni.ac.atRequirementsResearch Field Physics » Biophysics Education Level Master Degree or equivalentSkills/QualificationsWe look for students holding their master’s degree in (Bio)Physics, (Bio)Chemistry, Biological Engineering or Molecular Biology and interested in membrane biophysics and structure/function of mitochondrial proteins.Also required: Good knowledge of English (B2)Further desirable qualifications and skills:
– Experience with the production of recombinant membrane proteins and techniques for
their characterization
– Experience with silver staining and western blot
– Good presentation skillsSpecific RequirementsWe look for students holding their master’s degree in (Bio)Physics, (Bio)Chemistry, Biological Engineering or Molecular Biology and interested in membrane biophysics and structure/function of mitochondrial proteins.Also required: Good knowledge of English (B2)Further desirable qualifications and skills:
– Experience with the production of recombinant membrane proteins and techniques for
their characterization
– Experience with silver staining and western blot
– Good presentation skillsLanguages ENGLISH Level GoodResearch Field Physics » Biophysics Years of Research Experience NoneAdditional InformationBenefits

  • Top university: the Vetmeduni is one of the leading academic institutions in Europe to

offer education in and undertake research on veterinary medicine * Stable employer

  • Attractive campus
  • Opportunities for further training, both personal and in connection with your career
  • Preventive and medical health care
  • Diversity- and family-friendly culture
  • Childcare facilities, both in term time and during holidays
  • Many attractive fringe benefits
  • Staff events

Eligibility criteriaWe look for students holding their master’s degree in (Bio)Physics, (Bio)Chemistry, Biological Engineering or Molecular Biology and interested in membrane biophysics and structure/function of mitochondrial proteins.Also required: Good knowledge of English (B2)Further desirable qualifications and skills:
– Experience with the production of recombinant membrane proteins and techniques for
their characterization
– Experience with silver staining and western blot
– Good presentation skillsSelection processInterviewPlease send your application (letter of motivation, detailed CV)Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Vetmeduni Country Austria State/Province Vienna City Vienna Postal Code 1210 Street Veterinärplatz 1 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceVienna CityVienna WebsiteStreetVeterinärplatz 1 Postal Code1210 E-Mailcaroline.nake@vetmeduni.ac.at Phone0043 1 25077 4570STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Job date: Wed, 09 Jul 2025 01:22:50 GMT

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