OPEN POSITIONS
The
Roumen Tsanev Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is Bulgaria's leading
research institution in molecular and cellular biology. We are inviting
applications for the following positions in the newly forming ERA
Chair group (project AEGIS-IMB, HORIZON-WIDERA-2022-TALENTS-01):
SENIOR SCIENTIST
• Design and execute complex experiments to investigate the role of chromatin structure in biological processes, including development, differentiation, and disease.
• Develop and implement new methods for studying chromatin biology, including the use of advanced imaging techniques, genome-wide analysis, and other cutting-edge approaches.
• Analyse and interpret data generated from experiments and present findings to the scientific community through publications and presentations at conferences.
• Collaborate with other members of the team and external partners to develop new research projects and approaches to studying chromatin biology.
• Mentor and train junior scientists.
• Extensive experience in a range of molecular and cellular biology techniques, including CRISPR/Cas9 genome editing, gene expression analysis, and high-throughput sequencing and methodologies based on it to study protein-DNA interactions and chromatin accessibility.
• Experience in developing and implementing novel techniques and approaches to studying chromatin.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to mentor and train junior scientists.
• Provide scientific expertise and train/direct others in research techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with other members of the team and external partners.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Salary: according to experience
Application deadline: 15 May 2023
Starting date: 1 September 2023
To apply, please send a detailed curriculum vitae, a
description of current research, accomplishments, representative publications,
and the names and contact information of three references to: applications@bio21.bas.bg
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted
by 1 June 2023.
SCIENTIST
Responsibilities
of the successful candidate include:
· PhD in molecular biology, genetics, biochemistry, or a related field. Experience in chromatin biology, epigenetics or investigating disease mechanisms will be favoured.
· Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to design and execute complex experiments.
Salary: according to experience
Application deadline: 15 May 2023
Starting date: 1 September 2023
To
apply, please send a detailed curriculum vitae, a brief description of current
research, accomplishments, representative publications, and the names and
contact information of three references to: applications@bio21.bas.bg
Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by 1 June 2023.
Research
Technician/Junior Postdoc
Responsibilities:
· Conduct molecular biology experiments such as DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, cloning, sequencing, immunostaining, etc.
· Master's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
Salary: according to experience
Starting date: 1 September 2023