The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics , Germany is offering two Postdoctoral Positions in the Department of Chromatin Regulation Headed by Dr. Asifa Akhtar. The working language is English. State-of-the-art infrastructure and service units, including transgenesis, mass spectrometry, proteomics, flow cytometry, fly and imaging and imaging facilities are available.
Duration: initially 02 year appointment; with the possibility of extension.
Tasks and responsibilities:
- The research focus of the department includes mechanisms underlying chromatin and epigenetic regulation.
- The 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.
- Main interests of the lab include genome architecture, the role of non-coding RNAs, and mechanisms underlying cell fate decisions.
Qualifications:
- Applicants should have an academic degree in life science plus a PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Bioinformatics and/or high-resolution imaging.
- Prior experience working with mouse models is required.
- Experience in working with primary cell culture would be an advantage.
- Candidates should have at least one first author publication.
- Ability to work in a team, communication skills and experience in the supervision of graduate students are an asset.
Application:
- Submit complete application online including:
- Statement of research interests
- CV
- 03 referees to send recommendation letters to schmidl@ie-freiburg.mpg.de
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| Organization |
Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics |
| Country | Germany |
| Fellowship Level | Postdoctoral |
| Subject areas | Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Bioinformatics |
| Fellowship amount | Varies |
| Eligibility | Open to all nationalities |
| Deadline | September 25, 2019 |
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