PhD student in Cell Biology
Open position for PhD student in Cell Biology. Immune cells employ multitude of mechanisms to protect organisms from infections and hostile conditions. Each immune cell type exhibits a broad range of functions, for example neutrophils. In this work, we will study mechanisms responsible for neutrophil response to pathogens with a special focus on NETosis. The work will contribute to better understanding of probably the least studied immune cells, neutrophils, and their function in human immunity.
The work will include imaging of receptors and NETs on the surface of normal and stressed neutrophils. The imaging approaches will include a panel of advanced fluorescence and super-resolution microscopy techniques, which will be complemented by flow cytometry and some basic biochemistry methods to determine the impact of pathogens and stress on neutrophil function.
Requirements:
- Master Degree in Biology. Isolation of immune cells, recombinant DNA techniques, flow cytometry and super-resolution microscopy. Click-chemistry basics.
- Master degree in Cell Biology. Experience with handling organic solvents and compounds. Tissue culture skills. Basic immunofluorescence knowledge. Use of ImageJ.
Type of contract: Temporary
Job status: Full-time
Duration: 1. 1. 2024 – 31. 12. 2025
To apply, please send your CV to recruitment(at)jh-inst.cas.cz. Please write in the subject line of your email SC2023_21.
Benefits
- 25 days paid leave of absence (holidays) per year + 3 days of paid sick-leave in addition to the statutory insurance
- Flexible working-time, the possibility of part-time work, work-life balance
- Lunch vouchers
- Subsidy for sports and cultural activities
- Recreation subsidy, recreation subsidy for children
- Possibility of attending children groups of the CAS
- Possibility to use discounts in recreation centers of the CAS
- Sports goods rental, free parking, trade union library
- Language courses
- Attractive location
- Health and social insurance paid mandatory by the institute
Selection process
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