Overview
Funded PhD position in structural virology examining how viral replication complexes interact with host ribosomes and translation factors.
Complete research opportunity details
The project combines molecular virology, biochemistry, quantitative proteomics and structural biology to study how viruses coordinate genome replication with protein synthesis. The position includes a part-time employment contract complemented by a PhD stipend, access to advanced cryo-electron microscopy infrastructure and training across structural biology, molecular virology and translation research. The expected start is February 2027, subject to negotiation and the spring-semester schedule.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants should hold an MSc or equivalent in biochemistry, virology or structural biology, have relevant wet-lab experience, theoretical knowledge of single-particle cryo-EM or cryo-electron tomography, and good spoken and written English. Cryo-EM and data-analysis experience are advantageous.
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Verification notes
Verified on the official Masaryk University/CEITEC vacancy page. The source states a 30 November 2026 deadline without a deadline time/timezone, so only deadline_date is stored.
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