🌱 Master Thesis Opportunity: Bacterial Metalloprotein Expression for Environmental Sensing & Bioremediation at Helmholtz-Zentrum UFZ

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Contact

Your contact for any questions you may have about the job:
Dr. Chiara De Faveri (chiara.de-faveri@ufz.de)

Your application

Submit your application via our online portal with your cover letter and CV (please omit your photo, age, or marital status), including relevant attachments.

Diversity and Inclusion

The UFZ is deeply committed to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees, irrespective of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age, or sexual identity.
We encourage applications from open-minded individuals who thrive in diverse teams.

Your tasks

• Cloning of constructs with signal peptides.
• Heterologous production and purification of membrane proteins in E. coli.
• Genetic code expansion and click-chemistry.
• Fluorescence microscopy.
• Presentation of results in group meetings.

We offer

• Excellent supervision supporting your personal and professional growth
• Exciting insights into a leading research institute
• The chance to collaborate in interdisciplinary, international teams and leverage diverse perspectives
• The opportunity to contribute and shape your ideas from day one
• Modern technical equipment and IT support to optimize your work

Your profile

• Studies in biochemistry, microbiology, biotechnology, or related fields.
• Previous lab experience.
• Ability to work independently and in a structured manner.
• Proficiency in English.

Application deadline: 15.08.2025

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