Institute of Biological Chemistry, Academia Sinica
Research Assistant Position in Structural Biology, AI, and Biochemistry
Institute of Biological Chemistry, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan
We are hiring a full-time Research Assistant to join an interdisciplinary research at the cutting edge of structural biology, artificial intelligence, and biochemistry, with a central focus on the ubiquitin system in human diseases.
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Research Assistant with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in:
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Biotechnology
• or a related discipline
This is a hands-on role supporting ongoing research on:
• Protein ubiquitination and deubiquitination
• Structure-function analysis of enzymes
• AI-assisted protein design and drug discovery
Our Research Toolkit
• Cryo-Electron Microscopy (Cryo-EM)
• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
• X-ray Crystallography
• Biochemical assays & cell-based validation
• Deep learning for protein structure and ligand prediction (e.g., AlphaFold, DiffDock, ProteinMPNN, RFDiffusion, and more )
What We Offer
• A collaborative, high-energy research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art instrumentation and core facilities
• Opportunities to co-author publications and learn advanced techniques
• Training in both experimental and computational tools
Start Date
August or September 2025 (flexible, can be discussed)
How to Apply
Send your CV and a brief statement of interest to:
EMAIL: kpwulab@gmail.com
https://kpwulab.com
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Bachelor degree: NT$ 38388/month
Master degree: NT$ 44968/month
This position is subject to the Labor Standards Act.
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