JOB OPENINGS
We have currently a Postoc and PhD position open. For more detail and how to apply, see below.
SCIENTIST (POSTDOC) IN STRUCTURAL BIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY
Join the forefront of genome and transcriptome editing platform technologies by becoming a part of the Pausch Lab at LSC-EMBL Institute for Genome Editing Technologies at Vilnius University. We are currently offering a Postdoc opening at an internationally competitive pay rate. As a member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in contributing to the development of novel nucleic acid editing technologies in a collaborative environment, working alongside our academic and industrial partners.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with our highly interdisciplinary team to characterize and engineer cutting-edge nucleic acid editing technologies.
Lead planning and execution of structure determination experiments using cryo-EM.
Conduct biochemical and biophysical studies to comprehensively characterize the editors.
Employ structure-guided engineering approaches to optimize editing technologies.
Maintain detailed, well-organized, and timely documentation of experiments and data.
Effectively analyze and present data, while proficiently communicating research plans and timelines to the team.
Provide guidance and education to laboratory interns at B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. level.
Qualifications:
Hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field.
Demonstrate expertise through scientific publications in protein purification, characterisation, and structure determination via cryo-EM.
Exhibit critical thinking with excellent written and communication skills, thriving in a collaborative and fast-paced multidisciplinary research environment.
Application Process:
To join the Pausch Lab, please submit your cover letter, CV, last thesis, and two reference letters from prior supervisors, along with any additional relevant materials, to Prof. Dr. Patrick Pausch at patrick.pausch@gmc.vu.lt.
Inclusivity and Diversity:
At Vilnius University, we value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees. As an equal-opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.
JUNIOR SCIENTIST (PH.D.) IN GENOME EDITOR ENGINEERING, BIOCHEMISTRY
Join the forefront of genome and transcriptome editing platform technologies by becoming a part of the Pausch Lab at LSC-EMBL Institute for Genome Editing Technologies at Vilnius University. We are currently offering a Ph.D. opening at an attractive pay rate. As a member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in contributing to the development of novel genome editing technologies in a collaborative environment, working alongside our academic colleagues from the Jones and Šikšnys laboratories at Vilnius University.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with our highly interdisciplinary team to characterize and engineer cutting-edge nucleic acid editing technologies.
Conduct biochemical and biophysical studies to comprehensively characterize the editors.
Employ structure-guided engineering approaches to optimize editing technologies.
Maintain detailed, well-organized, and timely documentation of experiments and data.
Effectively analyze and present data, while proficiently communicating research plans and timelines to the team.
Provide guidance and education to laboratory interns.
Qualifications:
Possess an M.Sc. or equivalent in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field.
Exhibit an excellent academic record, complemented by a subject relevant thesis.
Demonstrate a solid understanding of biochemistry and structural biology.
Display critical thinking skills, coupled with excellent written and communication abilities, thriving in a collaborative and multidisciplinary research setting.
Application Process: To join the Pausch Lab, please submit your cover letter, CV, last thesis, and two reference letters from prior supervisors, along with any additional relevant materials, to Prof. Dr. Patrick Pausch at patrick.pausch@gmc.vu.lt.
Inclusivity and Diversity: At Vilnius University, we value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees. As an equal-opportunity employer, we encourage applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.