PhD Studentship in IMPRS for Molecular and Cellular Biology

International Max Planck PhD Program
IMPRS for Molecular and Cellular Biology
is looking for

students with strong motivation and talent for first class basic research in

Immunology, Epigenetics, Developmental Biology, Bioinformatics and Proteomics

You will:

• Work on exciting scientific projects addressing the hot topics of molecular and cellular biology in various systems
• Receive full funding for the whole time of the PhD (3-4 years)
• Rotate in 3 laboratories before you start your PhD project
• Enjoy the benefits of a state-of-the-art scientific institute with first-class facilities
• Be part of a vibrant international research community – official language is English
• Benefit from intensive practical and theoretical education and complementary skills courses

IMPRS-MCB PhD program is organized by the Max-Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics and the University of Freiburg. Our scientists are publishing in the high impact factor journals and are internationally renowned experts in their fields. You will have a chance to regularly meet international speakers at the institute and at conferences.

You have MSc, MRes, Diploma or an equivalent degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Chemistry or related sciences. The degree should be awarded latest 6 months after the application deadline. You have several months of practical lab experience working on a scientific project, excellent English language skills and wish to work in a dynamic international team.

More information about the program and how to apply you will find on our web page: http://www.imprs-mcb.mpg.de

Application deadline for autumn term: 31st May 2011

PhD Positions and Post-Doc Positions in France

Fondation de Coopération
«Infectiopole Sud»
Didier RAOULT, Président
Yolande OBADIA, Directrice
Membres Fondateurs:
Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Marseille
Université de la Méditerranée, Aix-Marseille 2
CHU de Montpellier
Université de Montpellier 1
Université de Montpellier 2
CHU de Nice
CHU Nîmes
Université de Nice Sophia-Antipolis
Etablissement Français du Sang
C.N.R.S.
INSERM
IRD
Société Elitech
Crédit coopératif
Société Bio-Mérieux
Partenaires :
Sanofi Aventis
IMTSSA
CHU de Nîmes
ANNOUNCEMENT
A convention named «Infectiopôle Sud», situated in Nîmes, Marseille, Nice and Montpellier (France) is opening for the fourth year, 10 PhD positions (3 years) and 12 post-doc positions (2 years) starting autumn 2011. The research field is on infectious diseases and tropical medicine. We would like to welcome people from developing countries.
The list of the proposed subjects is accessible on the Infectiopole Sud website: http://www.infectiopolesud.com
Didier RAOULT
Président
Yolande OBADIA
Directrice

Postdoc and PhD Student in Microbial Eco-Systems Biology,University of Luxembourg

Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine


The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) at the University of Luxembourg is accelerating biomedical research by closing the link between systems biology and medical research. Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson’s disease, metabolomics and disease network analysis are in the focus of LCSB’s research. Key strategic partnership has been set-up with the Institute for Systems Biology (ISB) in Seattle, USA.

Postdoc and PhD student in Microbial Eco-Systems Biology (m/f)

Ref. I1C-DIR-COM-080000, full time, employee status
All details: http://www.lcsb.lu
University of Luxembourg – 162a, av. de la Faïencerie – L-1511 Luxembourg
http://www.uni.lu

PhD position in cell biology,University Medical Center - Mainz,Germany

The Institute of Pathology in Mainz has a PhD position available. The project focuses on the role of unfolded protein response (UPR) in the wound healing. UPR is a signalling pathway that inhibits general protein translation in response to unfolded proteins and at the same time induces the expression of specific proteins, such as chaperones. Wound healing is connected to the increased protein synthesis that makes UPR and chaperones essential. Endothelial cells play an important role in the wound healing by participating in both inflammation and angiogenesis. The project will, therefore, concentrate on the role of UPR in endothelial cells during different stages of the wound healing. The work will be done with human primary endothelial cells and will include various biochemical, molecular- and cell-biology techniques.

The candidate should hold a master’s degree or equivalent in biology or related discipline. A strong background and practical experience in cell and molecular biology is preferred. We are seeking an individual with the ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary group, high motivation and strong English skills
The position is available from 01.07.2011 for 2 years with the possibility of extension. The salary is paid according to TV-L 13 (50 %). Disabled candidates will be preferred if equally qualified.
Please send your application including CV, research experience and the names and addresses of two referees by e-mail or mail to:

Dr. Roman Tsaryk
Institute of Pathology
University Medical Center
Johannes Gutenberg University
Langenbeckstr. 1
D-55131 Mainz
Germany
Email: tsaryk@uni-mainz.de

C. James Kirkpatrick, MD, PhD, DSc, FRCPath, FBSE
Professor & Director
Institute of Pathology
University Medical Center
Johannes Gutenberg University
Langenbeckstrasse 1
D-55131 Mainz
Germany

3 Fellowships for Doctoral Candidates to do Research in Infection Biology and Immunology,Berlin ,Germany

ZIBI Graduate School Berlin offers fellowships for the following projects:
>Project 1: Systems Biology of Tuberculosis- Bioinformatics and Modeling (S.H.E. Kaufmann)
>Project 2: Role of Acquired and Innate Immunity in Bacterial Infections with an Emphasis on Tuberculosis (S.H.E. Kaufmann)
>Project 3: Molecular Genetics of Tuberculosis (S.H.E. Kaufmann)
Please send your application including your CV, a detailed description of your previous career activities, your motivation for one of the projects and contact details of at least two potential referees to:
ZIBI Graduate School, c/o Dr. Susann Beetz,
Max Planck Institute for Infection Biology
Campus Charité Mitte, Charitéplatz 1, 10117 Berlin, Germany
email: info@zibi-graduateschool-berlin.de

The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine has one opening for investigate the cellular mechanisms regulating blood vessel formation (Dr. Arndt Siekmann) in developing zebrafish,Muenster,Germany

The group of Dr. Arndt Siekmann studies the signaling pathways important during endothelial cell differentiation and angiogenic growth of the vasculature. An additional interest lies in the guidance cues that play a role in endothelial cell migration. Possible projects involve studying blood vessel formation during regeneration of the zebrafish fins and the analysis of genes regulated by changes in blood flow. Technical approaches include genetic studies, involving the use of zinc finger nucleases to introduce mutagenic lesions, confocal and time-lapse microscopy, immunohistochemistry, cell transplantation studies, molecular biology and bioinformatics. For further information please visit the Siekmann lab website: http://www.mpi-muenster.mpg.de/research/teams/groups/rgsiekmann/index.html

The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine (http://www.mpi-muenster.mpg.de/) offers an excellent international research environment.

We invite applications by enthusiastic, committed and highly talented PhD students who wish to join our laboratory. The employment contract is based on the regulations of the Max Planck Society for two years with the ambition for extension. The institute offers a very international environment with English being the language spoken in the laboratories.

The Max Planck Society is committed to employing more handicapped individuals and especially encourages them to apply. The Max Planck Society seeks to increase the number of women in those areas where they are underrepresented and therefore explicitly encourages women to apply.

Please send your application (with the position-code 09-2011) and CV and the names of 2
referees via email to:
career@mpi-muenster.mpg.de

or to:
Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine
Administration
Röntgenstraße 20
48149 Münster
Germany

PhD Studentship in Apoptosis & Inflammation , Dept. of Genetics,Trinity College Dublin, Ireland

PhD student position at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland

Applications are invited to apply for post-doctoral positions within Prof. Seamus Martin’s laboratory at Trinity College Dublin, Ireland. Motivated individuals are sought to investigate the molecular control of apoptosis and/or Inflammation.

The Martin laboratory has an international reputation in the area of programmed cell death (we are the most highly-cited life sciences lab in Ireland) and we regularly publish in leading international journals such as Molecular Cell.

Our laboratory is very well equipped and is located on the Trinity College campus in the heart of Dublin. Applicants should have a background in any one of the following areas: Cell Biology, Biochemistry, Genetics, Immunology or Molecular Biology.

For further information, see some of our recent papers:

h3. Delivani et al., (2006) Molecular Cell
Cullen et al., (2007) J. Cell Biol.
Walsh et al., (2008) PNAS
Sheridan et al., (2008) Molecular Cell
Luthi et al., (2009) Immunity
Autret & Martin (2009) Molecular Cell
Martin (2010) Science
Elgendy et al., (2011) Molecular Cell
Martin (2011) Developmental Cell

Alternatively, Pubmed search ‘martin sj & apoptosis’ for full details of our work.

PhD stipend of €16,000 p.a. plus fees.

Candidates should submit a CV, a letter of motivation and names of two referees to:

Prof. Seamus Martin
Molecular Cell Biology Laboratory,
Dept. of Genetics, The Smurfit Institute,
Trinity College, Dublin 2, Ireland.

Email: TCDResearch@gmail.com

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Vertebrate Developmental Biology,Lund University,Sweden

One Postdoctoral Position
in Vertebrate Developmental Biology
is available
at the Stem Cell Center at Lund University, Sweden

Located just across the bridge from Copenhagen airport, Lund University is Scandinavia’s largest institution for education and research. The Lund Stem Cell Center is a strong international research center with a focus on stem cell and developmental biology primarily of the central nervous system, pancreas and blood system, development of stem cell and cell replacement therapies in these organ systems, as well as research in non-mammalian model systems. Lund Stem Cell Center offers regular seminars in the fields of developmental biology, neurobiology, hematopoiesis and cancer stem cells. In addition, Stem Cell Frontier seminars and workshops with international speakers take place. A research school in stem cell biology offers hands-on courses on advanced methods in stem cell biology and theoretical courses for PhD students and Postdocs (http://www.medfak.lu.se/stemcellcenter).

One postdoctoral position is immediately available in the developmental biology program of the Lund Stem Cell Center. The laboratory of Edgar Pera has a focus on cell-cell signaling and organogenesis during vertebrate development (See also http://www.med.lu.se/plain/labmedlund/lund_stem_cell_center/research_groups/vertebrate_developmental_biology). We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed candidate who will carry out an independent research project on the extracellular regulation of growth factor signaling during early germ layer formation and axis development in the Xenopus embryo.

Experience in developmental biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry is desirable. The position is for at least 2 years.

Candidates should send a letter explaining their interest, CV and addresses of 3 referees to:

Dr. Edgar Pera, Lund Stem Cell Center, Klinikgatan 26, BMC B13, Lund University, 22184 Lund, Sweden
e-mail: edgar.pera@med.lu.se (subject: postdoctoral position)

Recent publications from the group:
Hou et al., 2007. Developmental Cell 13, 226-241.
Strate et al., 2009. Development 136, 461-472.

8 PhD fellowships in Molecular and Chemical Techniques,8 PhD fellowships in Molecular and Chemical Techniques,Jena,Germany

International Max Planck Research School: 

“The Exploration of Ecological Interactions with Molecular and Chemical Techniques”

The International Max Planck Research School (IMPRS) “The Exploration of Ecological Interactions with Molecular and Chemical Techniques” in Jena, Germany, is offering 8 PhD fellowships starting in January 2012. Students holding a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, ecology, entomology, microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry and neuroethology, with a proven record of success in one of the disciplines and interest in examining ecological interactions, are eligible to conduct a doctoral project within the IMPRS.

The Research School is a joint initiative of the Max Planck Institute for Chemical Ecology, Friedrich Schiller University, Jena, the Leibniz Institute for Natural Product Research and Infection Biology, and the Leibniz Institute of Plant Genetics and Crop Plant Research. The main focus is on the interaction between plants and animals, and their environment, as well as the evolutionary and behavioral consequences of these interactions.

Application deadline is June 26, 2011.

For detailed information about the IMPRS, PhD topics offered and application requirements, please visit our website http://imprs.ice.mpg.de/.