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Neuroscience researcher "Engineering and structure determination of neuronal protein-receptor complexes important for neurotransmission" M/F

CNRS - National Center for Scientific Research The Human Resources Strategy for Researchers
9 Feb 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
CNRS
Department
Institut Interdisciplinaire de Neurosciences
Research Field
Neurosciences
Biological sciences
Researcher Profile
First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country
France
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
35
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
H2020 / ERC
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

The project will focus on engineering and structure determination of neuronal protein-receptor complexes that are important for neurotransmission.

The project is already in an advanced stage, which means that the candidate will be able to build quickly on a significant body of existing results

The work will involve protein production from mammalian cells, protein purification and protein chemistry, biophysical interaction analysis (SPR, BLI), engineering of protein-protein interactions, and structure determination using X-ray crystallography and cryo-EM.

Created on January 1, 2011, the Institut interdisciplinaire de neurosciences (IINS) is a joint research unit attached to the CNRS and the University of Bordeaux. With 170 staff in 14 teams, IINS combines multidisciplinary skills to study the molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in brain activity. The Institute develops innovative methods in imaging, chemistry, physiology and computer science. A component of Bordeaux Neurocampus, IINS is one of the major players in the neuroscience community in Aquitaine.
This is a full-time position. The project will be carried out under the supervision and mentorship of Dr. Jonathan Elegheert.

Requirements

Research Field
Neurosciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Research Field
Biological sciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Languages
FRENCH
Level
Basic
Research Field
Neurosciences
Years of Research Experience
None
Research Field
Biological sciences
Years of Research Experience
None

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria

The candidate must hold a PhD degree and have less than seven years of post-doctoral experience at the start of the contract. The candidate should have a solid background in molecular biology, biochemistry and/or structural biology. Experience with (i) mammalian expression systems (HEK293 cell lines), (ii) biophysical analysis methods (surface plasmon resonance, isothermal titration calorimetry, microscale thermophoresis, bio-layer interferometry, etc.), and (iii) X-ray crystallography or cryo-EM, is preferred. The candidate should be highly motivated, a team player, and have a can-do problem-solving attitude.

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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Institut Interdisciplinaire de Neurosciences
Country
France
City
BORDEAUX
Geofield

Contact

City
BORDEAUX
Website