MPI of Immunobiology and Epigenetics: Postdoc, Bioinformatics 1240 views

The Max Planck Insititute (MPI) of Immunobiology and Epigenetics in Freiburg, Germany offers a post-doctoral position in bioinformatics in the Department of Chromatin Regulation. The department is headed by Dr. Asifa Akhtar.

Duration: initially for 2 years; may be extended

Tasks involved:

  • mechanisms underlying chromatin an epigenetic regulation
  • lab uses fly and mouse models employing multidisciplinary approaches such as genetics, biochemistry, functional genomics, single cell analyses as well as cell biology and structural biology
  • studying dosage compensation of the male X chromosome in fruit flies, role of non-coding RNAs in gene regulation and epigenetic regulation of cell fate decisions in mammals

Applicant must be enthusiastic, highly-motivated, science-driven and experienced scientist to join the team to reveal the molecular mechanisms that regulate gene expression.

Qualifications:

  • Applicant must hold PhD or equivalent doctoral degree with at least 3 years of proven research experience in bioinformatics and analyses of genome wide data (ChIPseq, RNAseq).
  • Applicants with prior experience of working with Drosophila or mouse models will have advantage.
  • Applicant must hold strong publication record
  • Applicant must be able to work in a team; must possess good communication skills and have experience in the supervision of graduate students.

Application:

  • Handicapped applicants with equal qualifications will be preferred.
  • Submit complete application via online portal including:
  • statement of research interests
  • CV
  • 3 reference letters (recommendation letters) to be sent to personal@ie-freiburg.mpg.de.
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Organization Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics
Fellowship Level Postdoctoral
Country Germany
Subject areas Bioinformatics
Fellowship amount Varies
Eligibility Open to all nationalities
Deadline 30th November 2016
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