德国科隆大学神经退行性疾病研究博士后

Postdoctoral position : Cologne

Employers:

University of Cologne, Cologne, Germany

Location(s):

Cologne

Posted:

March 18, 2010

Expires:

May 15, 2010

Website:

http://www.pressoffice.uni-koeln.de/

Job Tag(s):

postdoc,mitochondria,cologne 

Description:

Our group is interested in the role of mitochondrial dysfunction in life-span regulation and pathophysiology in neurodegenerative diseases, metabolic disorders and in the aging process. We are generating mouse models with systemic or tissue-specific mitochondrial dysfunction and, along with already existing murine lines, will study to molecular and cellular effect of the mitochondrial dysfunction.

We are a young, dynamic group which is integrated in an excellent, collaborative and international scientific environment at the University of Cologne (Center of Molecular Medicine, Excellence Cluster for Aging Research – CECAD). To complement our team, we are looking for a highly motivated and qualified

Postdoctoral fellow (Ph.D. in biochemistry or biology)

with an interest in molecular basis and defects in cellular metabolism and development of novel therapeutic approaches. Applicants must hold a Diploma, Magister or Master qualifying for a PhD position.

Successful applicants should have a technical and conceptual background in the analysis of mitochondrial function as well as a solid background in cellular and molecular biology and/or biochemistry. The ability to work independently is essential. Expertise in mouse genetics and cell culture is desirable, but not necessary. Funding through the Emmy-Noether-Program of the German Research Society is initially available for 3 years.

The University of Cologne is an equal opportunity employer in compliance with the German disability laws. Women and persons with disabilities are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.

Contact:

Please send your application (cover letter with research interests, CV, brief statement of research skills and experience, publication list, contact details for two references) to Dr. Tina Wenz at the Institute for Genetics, University of Cologne, Zülpicher Str. 47a, 50674 Köln. E-mail: tina.wenz@uni-koeln.de

Deadline for applications is May 15th 2010.