University of Helsinki
Postdoctoral position in picornaviral structure
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This position is now filled.
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We have an EU-funded position for a postdoctoral researcher to work on picornavirus structure and life cycle using cryoEM and 3D reconstruction. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated researcher with a desire to further their expertise in structural virology.
The position is due to start on 01 April 2017. Applicants should have 4-10 years research experience since qualifying from their MSc degrees. Applicants cannot have worked in Finland for more than 12 months in the three years up to recruitment, and must be eligible for residence and work in the EU. Remuneration will be in the form of a monthly salary of €4477.50, with an additional monthly mobility allowance of between €642.92 and €918.46 depending on family circumstances. The appointment will be made for one year.
Helsinki is the capital of Finland, one of the Nordic countries, famed for its healthy living and excellent (free) education. The Institute of Biotechnology is an independent research institute of the best university in Finland, the University of Helsinki.
For informal information about the work of the laboratory, contact Dr James Geraets: james.geraets@helsinki.fi
In order to make an application, please send a CV and covering letter to Dr Ram Venkatachalam: r.venkatachalam@amc.uva.nl