Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/div) in Host-Fungal Interactions

Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology

Research areas: microbiology, molecular biology, RNA biochemistry

This project is part of the Junior Research Group RNA Biology of Fungal Infections, which brings together the study of pathogenic fungi and RNA biology to better understand and treat fungal infections.

Your tasks:

The successful candidate will investigate mechanisms of fungal pathogenesis through the lens of RNA. The main topics of the project are:

• Establishment of assays to assess host RNA processing during fungal infection
• Determination of fungal fractions capable of altering host RNA processing
• Definition of RNA editing patterns linked to altered host response during fungal infection(s)

Your profile:

• Doctoral degree in microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, or a related discipline; candidates about to obtain their degree are welcome to apply
• At least one first author publication in a peer-reviewed journal
• Strong experimental background in molecular biology, microbiology, and/or biochemistry
• Experience in working with human cells and/or fungal pathogens (or willingness to learn)
• The candidate should be willing and able to work in an international, interdisciplinary research team
• Very good communication skills in English

We offer:

The successful candidate will be hosted in the Junior Research Group RNA Biology of Fungal Infections led by Dr. Matthew G. Blango. The Leibniz-HKI is embedded in the outstanding scientific environment of the Beutenberg Campus providing state-of-the-art research facilities and a highly integrative network of life science groups. The Postdoctoral researcher will participate as a postdoc member of the Jena School of Microbial Communication.

Salary is paid according to German TV-L (salary agreement for public service employees). As an equal opportunity employer, the Leibniz-HKI is committed to increasing the percentage of female scientists and, therefore, especially encourages them to apply.

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Applications:

Leibniz-HKI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It aims to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups in case of equal suitability. All qualified persons, regardless of color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law will receive consideration for employment.

Complete applications in English should include a cover letter, a CV containing a complete list of publications, a brief statement of research experiences, a certificate of study / transcript of records, and the addresses of two possible referees and should be submitted via the Leibniz-HKI online application system. The deadline for the advertisement is February 15, 2025, but applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.