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Fundación Biofísica Bizkaia

Postdoctoral Position in Structural Biology of DNA-Binding Complexes

Research Field: Biological sciences 
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Job Summary

We offer a Postdoctoral Position at the Structural Biology of Genomic Macromolecular Complexes lab, led by Dr. Guillermo Abascal Palacios at Instituto Biofisika (UPV/EHU-CSIC, Leioa). The maximum duration of the contract will be until June 2026. This contract is supported by CNS2023-144408, funded by MICIU/AEI /10.13039/501100011033 and by the “European Union NextGenerationEU/PRTR”.

Job Description

The Structural Biology of Genomic Macromolecular Complexes laboratory focuses on the study of protein complexes that interact with DNA/RNA, with the aim of determining the molecular mechanisms responsible for their function. To achieve this goal, we carry out a combined process that includes protein cloning and expression techniques, purification using chromatographic tools and their subsequent analysis using biophysical and structural biology methods such as cryo-electron microscopy (Cryo-EM) or X-ray crystallography.
The researcher will participate in a project aimed at understanding the relevance of mobile genetic elements in the development of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other human pathologies. Instituto Biofisika (IBF) has a wide variety of technical and scientific equipment, which will be at the disposal of the researcher, including the first Titan Krios G4 cryo-electron microscope in Spain, which allows the determination of atomic structures at an unprecedented level.

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FP7 / PEOPLE / Marie Curie Actions

Research Framework Programme/
Marie Curie Actions 		No 
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Job Details

Type of Contract Other 
Status Full-time 
Hours Per Week 40  
Company/Institute Fundación Biofísica Bizkaia 
Country SPAIN 
State/Province Vizcaya 
City Leioa 

Organization/Institute Contact Data

Organization Fundación Biofísica Bizkaia 
Organization/Institution Type Other 
Faculty/Department/Research Lab  
Country SPAIN 
City Leioa 
State/Province  
Postal Code 48940 
Street Barrio Sarriena s/n 
E-Mail gestionproyectosibf@gmail.com 
Website https://www.biofisika.org/en/join-us 
Phone +34946018001 
Mobile Phone  
Fax  

Application Details

Envisaged Job Starting Date 2025-09-01 
Application Deadline 2025-05-18 
How To Apply https://www.biofisika.org/en/join-us 

Required Education Level

Required Education Level 1
Degree PhD or equivalent 
Degree Field Biological sciences 

Additional Requirements

Skill

The ideal candidate must hold an official PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or similar fields. We seek highly qualified applicants with proven experience in structural biology techniques, cloning strategies, protein expression and purification and in vitro characterization methods. Fluent written and oral communication in English will be highly valued.

 
Specific Requirements

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Apply via the Biofisika website, including “Job Application: 130_GAbascal” in the subject line. Interested candidates should send a single pdf file including:
•An updated Curriculum Vitae.
•A Cover letter describing their research interest and relevant experience.
•Contact information of two professional references.
It is recommended that applications are made as soon as possible as they will be considered upon arrival.