We are looking for two PhD students with background in molecular biology, genetics and/or biochemistry to perform cancer research using animal models of myeloid leukemia. The positions are available at the Ludwig Boltzmann Institute for Cancer Research, in Vienna (http://lbicr.lbg.ac.at/). We are focused on targeting myeloid neoplasms, particular inhibiting the function of important transcription factors of the Jak-Stat pathway in leukemogenesis. The successful candidate will be integrated into our multidisciplinary team within SFB-F47 funded by the FWF:
http://www.fwf.ac.at/de/abstracts/abstract.asp?L=D&PROJ=F47
consisting of biochemists, molecular and cell biologists, technical staff or medical doctors.
Description

Good communication skills, ability to lead an ambitious project and the will to gain independence in experimental planning and work are required. The candidate will participate in seminar series and international meetings to further skills and knowledge.
Interested candidates should send a CV, an electronic copy of their Master thesis, a letter of their research experience with details of previous research and study topics, and contact information for recommendation letters per e-mail to: office@lbicr.lbg.ac.at with reference PHD POSITION
The appointment will be according to the conditions stipulated by the FWF, including salary and benefits, which are available online at: http://www.fwf.ac.at/de/projects/personalkostensaetze.html
The contract will be for 30 h/week with an additional 10 h a week available for further education by attending lectures and seminars.

stefan.gruenert@lbicr.lbg.ac.at
Ludwig Boltzmann Insitute for Cancer Research
Vienna