02 Postdoctoral Positions: Mouse Models to Study Epigenetics 793 views

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