Research will involve studies, at the molecular and tissue level, on disorders of skin homeostasis and wound healing in patients with spinal cord injuries. The project is a collaborative effort of the Skin Cancer Center and the Center for Spinal Cord Injuries at the Werner Wicker Clinic in Bad Wildungen (www.werner-wicker-klinik.de/Abteilungen/Zentrum_fuer_Rueckenmarkverletzte.html). The successful applicant should have a strong background in molecular biology. Self-motivation, enthusiasm, and creativity is expected. The post (TV-L scale) is funded initially for two years. Renewal is possible and depends on the success of the project.
Please send a full CV, together with the names and addresses of two referees, to Dr. Georg Brunner, Fachklinik Hornheide, Department of Cancer Research, Dorbaumstrasse 300, D-48157 Münster, Germany, phone: +49 ([0]251) 3287-651, e-mail: georg.brunner@fachklinik-hornheide.de. Deadline for applications: 30th of September 2012.
Skin homeostasis, ageing and cancer
Positions for highly motivated PhD students are available immediately in the laboratory of Dr. Sara Wickström, Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing, Cologne, Germany.
The successful candidate will join a young and dynaimc research team in the analysis of the roles of adhesion signaling in skin homeostasis and ageing. We employ a wide range of techniques, including mouse genetics, cell biology, live cell imaging, and mass spectrometry to study how cell-matrix signaling regulates the structural organization of the skin, and the role of these processes in ageing and age-related diseases such as cancer.
Qualifications:
The applicant is required to hold a masters degree/diploma in biology, biochemistry or a related field, as well as strong written and oral communication skills. The working language is of the lab is English; knowledge of the German language is not necessary. Experience in one of the following methodologies: mouse genetics, cell biology, live cell imaging is an advantage.
Research environment:
The Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing provides an international and vibrant research environment with highly interacting groups as well as state-of-the-art technologies and core facilities. The institute is located in Cologne, one of the most vivid cities in Germany.
Students will be able to participate in lectures, journal clubs, retreats and soft-skill courses organized by the institute and by the university graduate schools.
The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and aims at employing more disabled people.
How to apply:
To apply, send a single PDF file containing a CV, 2 references with contact information, and a statement outlining your interests and relevant work experience to Sara Wickström, wickstroem@age.mpg.de. For further information about the institute and the Wickström lab see www.age.mpg.de
Methoden:
mouse genetics, cell biology, live cell imaging, and mass spectrometry
deadline : 6. September 2012
geschätzte Dauer: 3-4 years
Homepage: http://www.age.mpg.de