03 PhD Positions in Epileptogenesis University Bonn 1321 views

University Bonn: Three (03) PhD positions in Epileptogenesis University Bonn, Section for Translational Epilepsy Research at the Institute of Neuropathology, University Bonn Medical School, Germany

Number of Open Positions: 3

Time Span: For 3 years

Application Deadline: 31 Oct 2017

Field of Research: Mathematics / Natural Sciences (Epileptogenesis)

Subjects: Neuropathology

The PhD positions will be in the framework of the Sonderforschungsbereich 1089 (SFB 1089) on Synaptic Microcircuits in Health and Disease and a project funded by the Else Kröner Fresenius Foundation.

The research focus of the projects will focus on the characterization of molecular mechanisms underlying epileptogenesis.

The three projects we are studying

A.      Role of immune – neuron signaling,

B.     Transcriptional signaling pathways

C.     Impact of neuronal morphology and connectivity on the development of hyperexcitable networks.

Requirements for the Positions

1.      An ambitious, highly motivated, team-oriented graduate student with a strong interest in neurobiology.

2.      Prior research experience with animal experimentation, microscopy, or electrophysiology techniques is advantageous.

3.      Master’s degree or equivalent in Neuroscience, Biological Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

4.      Candidates should also demonstrate aptitude in written and spoken English.

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should send curriculum vitae (CV), letter of motivation indicating starting date, short description of past lab experience, copies of university degree(s) with academic records, contact information and at least two reference letters (or the referee’s contact info) as a single PDF file.

Required Documents

1. CV
2. Reports, certificates
3. Transcripts
4. Letter of Motivation
5. Research Proposal
6. List of Publication

 Working Language: English