Research Associate (Staff Scientist)

Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM)

Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM) invites applications for a full-time research associate (staff scientist) position. KUYTAM, established in 2009 with financial support from the State Planning Agency, houses a state-of-the-art research and characterization facility, including XPS, FESEM, Raman, XRD, XRF, AFM, ICP-MS, ultrafast pump-probe spectroscopy, and other characterization equipment, dedicated to the study of surfaces and surface related technologies.

Research Associate (Staff Scientist)

Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM)

Koç University Surface Science and Technology Center (KUYTAM) invites applications for a full-time research associate (staff scientist) position. KUYTAM, established in 2009 with financial support from the State Planning Agency, houses a state-of-the-art research and characterization facility, including XPS, FESEM, Raman, XRD, XRF, AFM, ICP-MS, ultrafast pump-probe spectroscopy, and other characterization equipment, dedicated to the study of surfaces and surface related technologies.

Full Time Faculty Position

Department of Mathematics

The Department of Mathematics at Koç University, Istanbul, Turkiye, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in all ranks starting Fall 2025. Applicants with an exemplary research and publication record, as well as a strong research agenda in all areas will be considered but priority will be given to candidates working in applied mathematics or statistics. For junior faculty applications, post-doctoral research experience is required…

Full Time Faculty Position

Department of Chemistry

Koç University, a foundation-supported, non-profit institution of higher education in Istanbul, Türkiye, invites applications for tenure track junior faculty positions in the fields of polymer chemistry/science and computational chemistry that will complement the current research activities of the Chemistry Department. Outstanding individuals with an exemplary research and publication record and a strong, visionary research agenda are encouraged to apply…

Full Time Faculty Position

Department of Molecular Biology & Genetics

Koç University, a foundation-supported, non-profit institution of higher education in Istanbul, Turkey, invites applications for full-time faculty positions of open rank in the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics. The candidate’s research activities should synergize and/or expand the current research activities of the department. Koç University fosters interdisciplinary research and supports collaborations across different colleges.

Laboratory Instructor Position

Department of Chemistry

Koç University Chemistry Department invites applications for the Laboratory Instructor position starting in January 2023. The Laboratory Instructor establishes a positive learning environment for undergraduate students, ensures the laboratory’s smooth operation, and teaches undergraduate laboratories within the scope and guidelines established by the department.

Open position for Postdocs

(Bio-Chemical Sensors)

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are the leading cause of death globally, with 18 million deaths annually. Recently supported by the European Research Council (ERC), 2ND-CHANCE project aims to provide novel solutions for management and elimination of major drawbacks of CVDs. The 2ND-CHANCE implant system consists of sensors and wireless communication system for continuous monitoring of CVDs.

Postdoctoral Researcher Position

The Laboratory of Metabolism and Cancer

A postdoctoral researcher positions is open in the Laboratory of Metabolism and Cancer at Koç University. Available projects address metabolic impacts of tumors on host tissues. Laboratory of Metabolism and Cancer utilizes molecular biology approaches, primary cell culture techniques, mouse tumor models and clinical sample analysis to dissect molecular mechanisms behind tumor signaling to adipose and skeletal muscle tissues.

Postdoc Position in Computational Biophysics

Department of Physics

A two-year postdoc position starting immediately is available in the Koç University physics department. The accepted candidate will contribute to a project on the dynamical aspects of neural activity in the brain by means of computer simulations and analytical methods. The net salary of 32,000 Turkish Liras (approx.  950 USD – set by the funding agent, Scientific and Technological Research Council of Türkiye) will be supplemented with standard health insurance coverage and monthly food tickets during the employment period. 

Postdoc, Phd and Technician Positions

The Cytoskeleton laboratory

Two postdoc, two PhD students and one technician positions are now available for different subprojects within a recently awarded ERC Starting Grant project. The overall aims of these projects are to study the biogenesis and function of the centrosome/cilium complex by focusing on their regulation of the underappreciated structures termed centriolar satellites.