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PhD Student Systems Biology: Heidelberg, Germany
The German Cancer Research Center is the largest biomedical research institution in Germany. With approximately 2,800 employees, we operate an extensive scientific program in the field of cancer research.
The Division of Theoretical Bioinformatics is seeking a
PhD Student Systems Biology
(Ref-No. 328/2016)
The Division of Theoretical Bioinformatics (Head: Prof. Roland Eils) at the German Cancer Research Center and the BioQuant Center are developing computer-assisted methods for interpreting complex genomic data. We perform data analysis and interpretation for several cancer genomics projects within the International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC) and the Heidelberg Center for Personalized Oncology (dkfz-hipo). The analysis of these datasets has allowed tremendous progress in understanding the mutational landscape and pathogenetic mechanisms of the investigated tumor types (Jones et al., Nature, 2011; Richter et al., Nat. Genet., 2012; Weischenfeldt et al., Cancer Cell, 2013; Jones et al., Nat. Genet., 2013; Jäger et al., Cell, 2013). However, most of the current analyses relied only on a single data type and made only limited use of the comprehensive molecular characterization of the tumors. Integrative analysis of multiple data types and mathematical modeling will result in a deeper understanding of cancer-specific deregulations and the crosstalks between genetic and epigenetic components. Further information at www.eilslabs.de
Description:
We are seeking a PhD student in a project concerning the optimization of strategies for pancreatic cancer chemotherapy by mathematical modeling. The project involves the development of mathematical models based on molecular biological experiments in areas of immediate pharmacological and translational relevance.
Your profile:
· Background in biotechnology, mathematics, physics or related subjects
· Programming skills (preferentially MATLAB, C, C++) are highly desirable
· Basic skills in mammalian cell culture and other molecular biology techniques would be advantageous
· Fluency in English
· Good communication and team working skills
Please provide an introductory letter including your research interests, contact details of two references and a publication list with your application.
The position is initially limited to three years with the potential for extension.
For further information please contact Dr. med. Dr. rer. nat. Stefan Kallenberger,
phone +49 6221 54-51308.
The German Cancer Research Center is committed to increase the percentage of female scientists and encourages female applicants to apply. Among candidates of equal aptitude and qualifications, a person with disabilities will be given preference.
To apply for a position please use our online application portal (www.dkfz.de).
We ask for your understanding that we cannot return application documents that are sent to us by post (Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum, Personalabteilung, Im Neuenheimer Feld 280, 69120 Heidelberg) and that we do not accept applications submitted via email. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
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Employer:German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ).
Website:http://www.dkfz.de/de/index.html
Location:Heidelberg, Germany
Expires:March 04, 2017
Job type:PhD Studentship
Salary:Unspecified
Qualifications:Unspecified
Employment type:Unspecified
Job hours:Unspecified