The Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC) is funded by the German Excellence Initiative. JSMC is an ambitious Graduate School with over 150 doctoral researchers who are educated in a structured, interdisciplinary training program based on top-level fundamental research. It conceptionally combines different research areas to a comprehensive picture of microbial communication (www.jsmc.uni-jena.de). Institutes at five faculties of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena, six non-university research institutes as well as 12 partner companies are participating in this cutting-edge research and training program.
Post: Doctoral Researcher Position
Mode of action and target identification of fungal secondary metabolites
Fungi secrete bioactive secondary metabolites that serve as chemical signals with important functions in host communication. This project aims to identify the targets of fungal secondary metabolites from Armillaria and Aspergillus species in order to reveal their mode of action, their meaning for communication with for example immune cells, and to evaluate their importance for pathogenicity. Focus is placed on human granulocytes and monocytic cells/macrophages involved in innate immune defense.
We expect:
* a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural Sciences (pharmacy, biochemistry, biology or chemistry). Candidates about to earn their degree are welcome to apply.
* desirable methodological skills: biochemical and bionalytical analysis of proteins and their functions (Electrophoresis/Western blot, ELISA, fluorescence microscopy), eucaryotic cell culture, molecular pharmacology (signal transduction, cellular functions).
* high motivation and interest to join one of the interdisciplinary research areas of JSMC
* creativity and interest to shape your own thesis project
* an integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively participating in the lively JSMC Community
* very good communication skills in English (instruction language at JSMC)
We offer:
* a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research facilities
* a doctoral researcher position (TV-L E13, 65%) funded for three years based on the regulations of the German Research Foundation as well as generous research funding
* a comprehensive mentoring program with supervision by a team of advisors
* a top-level PhD training program with courses in state-of-the-art research technologies and soft skills
* Jena – the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively town with dynamic business activities, successful scientific centers of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich Schiller University
Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer.
The application procedure takes place exclusively online via the JSMC website: jsmc.uni-jena.de
Please acquaint yourself with the open PhD projects and the application process described on this website.
Selected applicants will be invited to the JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, on December 4-6, 2013. Awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter, allowing the projects to start immediately.
Application deadline: October 20th, 2013 (12pm, CET)
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