Structural analysis of small molecules using crystalline sponge X-ray diffraction
Biochemistry of Plant Specialized Metabolites
Abstract
Our lab combines cutting-edge experimental (e.g., LC-MS, metabolomics, RNA-seq) and computational (e.g., bioinformatics, molecular networking, machine learning) approaches to develop new workflows for the discovery and utilization of bioactive molecules derived from plants. The aim of this project will be the development of methods for structural analysis of small molecules isolated from plants using the technique of crystalline sponge X-ray diffraction. The applicants for this position should already have laboratory experience with small molecule crystallography.
Field of study: Chemistry
Universities
PhD students must be enrolled in a partner university and will be employed by the IOCB Prague at the same time (part-time or full time), which results in a competitive salary (a scholarship from the university + a salary from the IOCB). Each university has its own process, terms, and deadlines for PhD applications, which is separate from the IOCB recruitment process. You may discuss the details with the respective PI.
University partners
How to apply
Please return to the PhD projects at IOCB Prague – Call for Applications 2025 page and follow the instructions.