PhD Position available
The Clinical Research Unit 5024 “Immune checkpoints of gut to brain communication in inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases (GB.Com)” is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and represents a comprehensive framework, which aims to define the interactions between the gut and nervous system along the gut-brain axis in immune-mediated inflammatory and degenerative diseases. We offer the opportunity to be integrated into a dynamic research network and to perform research under the supervision of leading scientists in the field.
In the context of the inter-organ communication between the central nervous system and the gut, the here announced research project aims at describing the link between intestinal epithelial homeostasis and neurodegeneration in Parkinson disease.
We are looking for excellent and highly motivated applicants with interest and knowledge of cell biological, molecular biological, experimental methods for our lab in TRC at Universitätsklinikum Erlangen. The main aim of the project is to analyze the role of epithelial barrier function in neurodegenerative diseases. The applicant will be responsible for the performance and analysis of experimental disease models in the research laboratory, and thereby support the development of the scientific project.
- Master’s Degree (or equivalent) in Life Science
- Bachelor´s Degree in Biology, Molecular Medicine, Pharmacology or any other related biomedical field of specialization
- Excellent academic performance
- Practical and theoretic experience in the field of molecular biology, immunology and cell biology
- Basic knowledge in cell culture, standard molecular biology methods (for instance, DNA isolation, quantitative PCR, sequencing, western blot, immunohistochemistry) and microscopy
- Enthusiasm for experimental work and for further developing experimental techniques
- High level of scientific interest
- Very good language skills in English
- Proficiency in Microsoft-Office
- Teamwork skills
- Sense of responsibility, initiative, ambition, motivation and determination
- Experience in the field of epithelial cell biology or mucosal inflammation and/or Nerurosciences
- Experience with experimental in vivo models
- Experience in cell culture under sterile conditions
- Experience with imaging methods
- Bioinformatics knowledge
- FELASA B Certificate
- A secure, interesting job in a motivating and open-minded team
- An exciting and clinically relevant research project in an excellent scientific environment
- Accurate and qualified training and support for work-related challenges
- Direct and intensive guidance and supervision
- Modern and well-equipped laboratories in the Translational Research Center in Erlangen
- Diverse and responsible activities for individual development opportunities
- The structured educational program provided by the Life@FAU will qualify the PhD candidate for a future scientific career at the interface between clinical and biological research
- Comprehensive health promotion services.
- All public service benefits including supplementary pension scheme of the Federal and State Pension Institution (VBL).
- Family-friendly environment and, if necessary, accommodation in a hall of residence.
- Recognition of professional experience possible
- Salary is paid according to the German public service scale based on candidates’ background and experience (TV-L).
- Fixed-term contract (3 years)
- PD Dr. Rocío López Posadas
- Tel. 09131-8545015
- Deadline for application: 11.08.2024