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Research Assistant

2 months ago


København, Denmark Københavns Universitet Full time

Research Assistant - Carbohydrate Active Enzyme Structure, Function and application

The group of Prof Leila Lo Leggio in the Biological Chemistry Section, Department of Chemistry, is expert in enzyme and protein structure and function, particularly of carbohydrate active enzymes.

Further information on the Department is linked at . Inquiries about the position can be made to Leila Lo Leggio .

The position is open from as soon as possible.

The University wishes our staff to reflect the diversity of society and thus welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.

Job description

We are looking for a one-year Research Assistant (30 hours a week) to work on various projects regarding biomass and carbohydrate modifying enzymes structure, function and practical applications. Experience of working with enzymes is necessary. The ideal candidate has experience of enzyme crystallization and structure determination, enzyme activity and stability assays (preferably with carbohydrate modifying enzymes such as hydrolases or polysaccharide monooxygenases) and analytical chemistry methods to monitor enzyme reactions/carbohydrate modification. Other duties will include general lab management and training of students in specific research procedures.

Terms of employment

The position is covered by the Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff.

Terms of appointment and payment accord to the agreement between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and The Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on Academics in the State.

Negotiation for salary supplement is possible.

The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Questions
For further information about the position please contact Leila Lo Leggio ().

Application
The application, in English, must be submitted electronically by clicking APPLY NOW below.

Please include

Curriculum vitae Diploma and transcripts of records (BSc and MSc) Publication list

The deadline for applications is 16 November 2022, 23:59 GMT +1 .

After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorized recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Interview Committee.

You can read about the recruitment process at .

Interviews will be held medio December.


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