Jobs and PhDs

11/06/2024

PhD student position in molecular parasitology with a focus on bioinformatics at the University of Ostrava, Czech Republic

Position Overview:

Laboratory of Trypanosomatid Biology, University of Ostrava, Czech Republic invites enthusiastic highly motivated students with interest in modern omics (genomics-transcriptomics-proteomics) to apply for a PhD position starting in 2025. The preferable start dates are February or September; further details can be negotiated individually.

The project will be primarily focused on comparative omics and in silico analysis of RNA editing in model and non-model Trypanosomatidae. The successful candidate will also have a chance to get involved in other on-going projects in the laboratory, such as those addressing evolutionary biology of parasitism, virulence, or mechanisms of translation in these fascinating flagellates.

Recent publications:

1. doi:10.1093/nar/gkae168 (Nucl Acids res, 2024)

2. doi:10.1016/j.pt.2023.11.009 (Trends Parasitol, 2024)

3. doi:10.1093/ve/veae037 (Virus Evol, 2024)

4. doi:10.1038/s41586-022-05584-2 (Nature, 2023)

5. doi:10.1016/j.cub.2023.04.060 (Curr Biol, 2023)

6. doi:10.1016/j.csbj.2022.11.023 (Comput Struct Biotechnol J, 2022)

7. doi:10.1371/journal.pntd.0010510 (PLoS Negl Trop Dis, 2022)

8. doi:10.1261/rna.079088.121 (RNA, 2022)

9. doi:10.1093/nar/gkab114 (Nucl Acids Res, 2021)

10. doi:10.1016/j.pt.2020.01.006 (Trends Parasitol, 2020)

Application Deadline: 15.12.2024

Position Start Date: February 2025 (flexible)

Qualifications:

M.Sc. degree (or equivalent), fluent English, ability to work in a team, enthusiasm. Advanced skills in genome and transcriptome analyses would be a plus.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV, motivation letter, and names/contact information of two potential referees to Prof. Vyacheslav Yurchenko, Ph.D. by December 15th, 2024. E-mail: vyacheslav.yurchenko@osu.cz

11/20/2024

Postdoctoral opportunity - University of York

We’re looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate (PDRA) to join the Department of Biology at the University of York. You will work in Dr. Mathieu Cayla’s group investigating the adaptation mechanisms enabling African trypanosomes to progress through their life cycle and to adapt to their hosts.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Mathieu Cayla at mathieu.cayla@york.ac.uk

Apply by 03/01/2025

Provisional interview date is 20/01/2025

Your main task will be to drive a project to characterise the signalling pathways that regulate autophagy, lysosome exocytosis and biomolecular condensates during the lifecycle differentiations and host adaptation of the African trypanosome T. brucei. As part of our team, you’ll gain hands-on experience with advanced techniques, including high-throughput live imaging, gene silencing screens, mass spectrometry, and murine infection models. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop an exceptional set of skills and contribute to groundbreaking research. You will also contribute towards other projects, help supervise student projects, and contribute to the smooth running of the lab as required.

About You

• You will have a PhD or be expecting to receive a PhD in the near future in Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or Microbiology.

• You will have in-depth knowledge of cell/molecular biology and parasitology.

• Experience in modern techniques, such as -omics and/or super-resolution microscopy will be especially welcome.

• You will have evidence of having done high quality research relevant to the position (e.g. published articles and/or preprints), and developed your communication skills through international presentations.

• You should be highly motivated and autonomous.

• You should be willing to contribute towards other projects ongoing in the lab.

• You will have a collaborative spirit, keen attention to detail, and able to contribute to a lively, friendly and supportive team atmosphere.

Why Join Us

By joining our team, you’ll be part of an internationally recognized York Biomedical Research Institute that pushes the boundaries of science. You’ll work in state-of-the-art facilities and collaborate with leading scientists, all while developing skills that are transferable across multiple scientific fields. Our Lab is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth.

12/09/2024

Several PhD projects at the University of Edinburgh, UK

Interested in doing a PhD in parasitology? We have multiple parasitology PhD projects available at the University of Edinburgh. These are funded by the BBSRC EastBio doctoral training partnership, which offers fully-funded studentships open to both UK and international applicants. Follow the links below to find out about all the projects on offer and how to apply.

Closing Date: 17th January 2025

Dynamics of mitochondrial genome complexity in trypanosomes

Keeping up with the Joneses: how do trypanosome parasites adapt to coinfection with other trypanosomes?

Specificity and function of RNA communication in gastrointestinal nematode-host interactions

Understanding how chromatin controls antigenic variation in Trypanosoma brucei

Scavenge or synthesise? How human parasites acquire nutrients from the host

Malaria and the intestinal immune response

How do Leishmania parasite cells control their swimming to get where they need to go?

Long-range consequences of intestinal helminth infection

How do ubiquitin writers control malaria transmission?