Researcher (fixed-term contract) in peptide chemobiology / protein bioconjugation (M/F)

Job Description

Missions

At the CNRS Center for Molecular Biophysics (UPR4301 - CBM) located in Orléans, a research position in peptide and protein chemistry is available in the “Chemical Engineering and Chemo-Biology of Peptides and Proteins” team. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing a site-selective protein conjugation methodology as part of the CNRS EXPLORE project “SNAShTag.”
For a detailed description of the research project: see https://www.gfpp.fr/annonces-demploi/

Activity

• Synthesize peptides using solid-phase synthesis
• Optimize a method for site-selective bioconjugation of proteins
• Coordinate the methodological implementation of the project in consultation with the project manager
• Disseminate and promote the results (drafting publications related to the project's implementation, presenting results at national/international conferences)
• Monitor scientific and technological developments in their field of activity
• Apply and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations in the field.

Your Profil

Skills

• Skills and experience in peptide chemistry.
• Knowledge of analytical chemistry, particularly HPLC and MS.
• Knowledge of safety regulations in the field.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with other team members.
• Proficiency in oral and written presentation techniques (reports, publications).
• Ability to communicate and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• English language skills: oral and written expression and comprehension at Level 2.

Your Work Environment

The CBM (UPR 4301) is a CNRS unit where 17 research teams work collaboratively at the intersection of physics, biology, and chemistry (http://cbm.cnrs-orleans.fr/).
The postdoctoral researcher will work within the “Chemical Engineering and Chemo-Biology of Peptides and Proteins” team and will report to Vincent Aucagne, the team leader.
Work schedule: 38.5 hours per week, 44 days of annual leave, access to an on-site staff cafeteria, employer contribution of 75% toward public transportation passes, sustainable mobility allowance, sports activities organized by the local social action committee, on-campus recreational center, etc.

Constraints and risks

None

Compensation and benefits

Compensation

from 3 041 € gross monthly depending on experience

Annual leave and RTT

44 jours

Remote Working practice and compensation

Pratique et indemnisation du TT

Transport

Prise en charge à 75% du coût et forfait mobilité durable jusqu’à 300€

About the offer

About the CNRS

The CNRS is a major player in fundamental research on a global scale. The CNRS is the only French organization active in all scientific fields. Its unique position as a multi-specialist allows it to bring together different disciplines to address the most important challenges of the contemporary world, in connection with the actors of change.

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