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PhD position (m/f) in proteomic analysis of oxidative cellular stress: Dortmund, Germany

In the group Systems Analysis at ISAS Dortmund you will be responsible for:

• Examination of oxidative-stress related protein changes that might contribute to the pathogenesis of ischemic diseases, diabetes, inflammation and other lifestyle-related diseases
• Development of methods for analysis of post-translational modifications (PTMs) and proteinprotein interactions
• Performing mass-spectrometry (MS) based quantification of PTMs in biological samples as well as analysis and interpretation of MS data
• Assisting in supervision and maintenance of a nLC-MS/MS system

Your profile

• Masters, Diploma or equivalent degree in Biochemistry, Biology or Chemistry
• Strong background and/or interest in analytical chemistry, MS, proteomics and statistical data analysis
• Experience with protein separation and purification techniques
• A strong interest in elucidation of cell signaling events by MS analysis would be required.

We offer

• A clear research topic as well as multifold training and support for PhD students in framework of ISAS and the Leibniz association.
• Training and scientific development opportunities in an international environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team.
• Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure in various analytical methods.
• The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops.

Non-residents who apply for this job will receive help from the institute to find accommodation and to
handle authorities. Applications from disabled applicants are welcome. ISAS supports the principle of equal opportunity between men and women, and is therefore interested in applications from women.

The salary will be according to the German TV-L. This position is a part-time work (60%) and is offered for three years. The position is available immediately.

Closing date for application is June, 5th 2015. Complete applications with an extended curriculum
vitae with full publication list, a cover letter, a 2-page research statement that clearly describes your research profile and interests as well as your expertise and methodological competencies, names
and contact information of 2 references, if available, should be submitted (quoting the reference number 07/2015 in the subject header) as a single pdf document to personal@isas.de. Informal inquiries are welcome and can be submitted to the human resources department (personal@isas.de). For
further information on the institute please see: http://www.isas.de.

The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e.V. is located in Dortmund and Berlin.
Besides scientific activities in the development of new or improved measuring methods and analytical
separation techniques as well as spectroscopy and spectrometric equipment in modern analysis,
research is undertaken in the areas of spectroscopic methods and analytical contributions to solving problems in the fields of materials and life sciences.
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Employer:Gesellschaft zur Förderung d. Analytischen Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V.

Website:http://www.isas.de

Location:Dortmund, Germany

Expires:July 19, 2015

Job type:PhD Studentship

Salary:Unspecified

Qualifications:Postgraduate - Master's degree

Employment type:Contract

Job hours:Part-time