Postdoc (Structural Biology)

TL;DR

Postdoc (Structural Biology): Conducting research on multi-subunit macromolecular machineries involved in genome function and organization with an accent on structural and functional characterization of large complexes. Focus on utilizing integrative approaches including cryo-electron microscopy and mass spectrometry to understand genome structure.

Location: Based in Milan, Italy (Relocation support available)

Salary: up to €43,000

Company

hirify.global is a rapidly expanding life science institute in Milan focused on accelerating biomedical discovery to improve human health.

What you will do

• Conduct research on macromolecular machineries and develop innovative methods and tools.
• Generate high-quality data and contribute to writing scientific manuscripts.
• Publish results and present findings at international conferences, seminars, and workshops.
• Train and support students and junior staff while collaborating with internal and external researchers.
• Plan and manage experiments and data analysis in line with the research group’s objectives.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Track record of peer-reviewed publications in structural biology and/or biochemistry of SMC complexes.
• Expertise in experimental design, implementation, and protocol optimization.
• Competence in acquiring, handling, and analyzing large and complex datasets.
• Strong communication skills for writing publications and presenting research to diverse audiences.

Culture & Benefits

• International and dynamic workplace with flexible working policies.
• Competitive welfare provisions and parental support initiatives.
• Relocation support and attractive tax benefits for researchers moving to Italy.
• Strong emphasis on work–life balance.
• Career development through training, mentoring, and dedicated learning opportunities.