Postdoc in Structural Biology and Biochemistry

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Wien, Österreich Universität Wien Vollzeit

At the University of Vienna, over 10,000 people work together on the big questions of the future. Approximately 7,500 of them are academic staff members. These are individuals who, with their curiosity and their continuous pursuit of excellence, engage in international cutting-edge research and teaching. With us, you will also find space to unfold your potential. We are looking for a/an

**Postdoc in Structural Biology and Biochemistry**:
74 Max Perutz Labs

Job vacancy starting: 09/01/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY) | Working hours: 40.00 | Classification CBA: -48 VwGr. B1 lit. b (postdoc)

Limited contract until:
Job ID**:3685**

Explore and teach at the University of Vienna, where over 7,500 brilliant minds have found a unique balance of freedom and support. Join us if you’re passionate about groundbreaking international research and academic excellence. Ready to be part of our team? Let’s shape the future together

**Your personal sphere of play**:
The Querques Lab is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher with a background in biochemistry and structural biology (cryo-EM). This position is funded through our ERC Starting Grant BROADCAST.

If you are passionate about mobile DNA, structural biology, and genome engineering, we invite you to join our team

Our lab focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms by which mobile genetic elements (MGEs) move between and within genomes. We aim to explore their biological impact on genome remodeling and leverage this knowledge to develop new tools for genome engineering.

Our research integrates structural biology with a variety of biochemical, biophysical, and biotechnological approaches, including cell-based assays, protein design, and genome editing experiments.

For further details about the Querques lab, please visit

**Your future tasks**:
Active participation in research, teaching & administration, which means:
You are involved in research projects and scientific studies- You publish internationally You supervise your students You participate in evaluation measures and in quality assurance
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**This is part of your personality**:

- PhD in biochemistry, structural biology, or a related discipline
- Proven expertise in cryo-EM
- Experience in RNA biology, CRISPR-Cas genome editing, and analysis of proteomics, RNA/DNA sequencing datasets is highly desired
- Proactive and eager to learn new methods and topics
- Strong collaborative attitude in the lab
- Excellent knowledge of English (C1)
- Team player and high social/communicative skills

**What we offer**:
**Work-life balance**: Our employees enjoy flexible working hours, remote/hybrid and/or part-time work (upon agreement).

**Inspiring working atmosphere**: You are a part of an international academic team in a healthy and fair working environment.

**Good public transport connections**: Your workplace in the center of beautiful Vienna is easily accessible by public transport.

**Internal further training & Coaching**: Opportunity to deepen your skills on an ongoing basis. There are over 600 courses to choose from - free of charge.

**Fixed-term contract and fair salary**:The basic salary of EUR 4,932,90 (14 times a year)

**Equal opportunities for all**:We welcome every additional/new personality to the team

**It is that easy to apply**: With a motivation letter include
- d CV with a detailed description of research experience and interest
- s List of publication
- s Contact details for at least two reference
- n

The position is available from autumn 2025 and will remain open until filled. It is initially funded for a period of three years.

About the Max Perutz Labs

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**If you have any questions, please contact**:
Irma Querques

We look forward to new personalities in our team

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**Application deadline**: 06/30/2025 (MM-DD-YYYY)



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