In this project, you will apply a combination of biophysical and cell biology techniques to explore the relationship between mechanobiology and chromatin structure. The goal is to uncover how physical forces influence genome organisation and how misregulation may contribute to disease
Requirements:
You hold a PhD in biophysics, cell biology, mechanobiology or a related field; You are eager to expand your skills by working in an interdisciplinary field and team; You have excellent communication and writing skills (in English); It would be advantageous if you have experience with any of the following: optical tweezers, chromatin biology, mammalian cell culture and genetic perturbation techniques, live cell microscopy and quantitative image analysis
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Our lab investigates the biophysical mechanisms that shape chromatin organisation. In this project, you will apply a combination of biophysical and cell biology techniques to explore the relationship between mechanobiology and chromatin structure. The goal is to uncover how physical forces influence genome organisation and how misregulation may contribute to disease.nnWe are seeking a scientist with a strong interest in chromatin biology who is eager to engage in multidisciplinary research. You will join the Chromatin Biophysics group at the Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences under the supervision of Dr Jorine Eeftens. You will work closely with fellow group members in a multidisciplinary team, ranging from physicists to medical biologists. Our group maintains strong connections with the Institute for Molecules and Materials, providing ample opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration within the institutes and with external partners.nn## Does this sound like you?nn- You hold a PhD in biophysics, cell biology, mechanobiology or a related field.n- You are eager to expand your skills by working in an interdisciplinary field and team.n- You have excellent communication and writing skills (in English).n- It would be advantageous if you have experience with any of the following: optical tweezers, chromatin biology, mammalian cell culture and genetic perturbation techniques, live cell microscopy and quantitative image analysis.nn## What we offer younn- We will give you a temporary employment contract of 2 years.n- Your salary within [salary scale 10](https://eur01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https://www.ru.nl/en/staff/services/salary-and-selection-model/salary/salary-scales&data=05|01|kirsten.noijen@ru.nl|ead766db84714f4cd7c308dbbdbc0ada|084578d9400d4a5aa7c7e76ca47af400|1|0|638312387571862177|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=w4ZsZgJyqNs28I4OqzKNaFbatj7617Rqm/kUBRyDn/c=&reserved=0) depends on your previous education and number of years of (relevant) work experience. 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You can make arrangements for the best possible work-life balance with flexible working hours, various leave arrangements and working from home. You are also able to compose part of your employment conditions yourself. For example, exchange income for extra leave days and receive a reimbursement for your sports membership. In addition, you receive a 34% discount on the sports and cultural activities at Radboud University as an employee. And, of course, we offer a good pension plan. We also give you plenty of room and responsibility to develop your talents and realise your ambitions. Therefore, we provide various training and development schemes.nn## Where you will be workingnnThe Radboud Institute for Molecular Life Sciences (RIMLS) is a leading interfaculty research institute of the faculties of Science (FNWI). Research areas of RIMLS include epigenetics, stem-cell and developmental biology, computational biology and biophysics. The central research theme is regulation of gene expression during development and in health and disease. RIMLS operates its own wet lab, microscopes and computational facilities. RIMLS currently has about 60 researchers, providing a vibrant and international working environment. The Eeftens team also has strong links with the Institute for Molecules and Materials (IMM), renowned for expertise in physical chemistry and soft matter, providing a synergistic multidisciplinary research environment.nn**Faculty of Science**nnThe [Faculty of Science](https://www.ru.nl/en/about-us/organisation/faculties/science) (FNWI), part of Radboud University, engages in groundbreaking research and excellent education. In doing so, we push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and pass that knowledge on to the next generation.nnWe seek solutions to major societal challenges, such as cybercrime and climate change and work on major scientific challenges, such as those in the quantum world. 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