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Ph.D. / Dr. rer. nat. Position in Cell Polarity and Advanced Imaging (Robert-Roessle-Strasse 10, 13125 Berlin, Germany)

PROJECT / POSITION: Cell polarity is essential for many cellular processes including neuronal development and directed cell migration. We use modern cell biological and advanced imaging methods (TIRF, super-resolution) to investigate the molecular mechanism in how the microtubule cytoskeleton is polarized in migrating cells. The junior group of Jan Schmoranzer is looking for an enthusiastic Biologist / Biophysicist / Biochemist (Master, Diplom, or equivalent) to join us at the Leibniz Institute for Molecular Pharmacology (FMP Berlin-Buch) applying novel microscopy tools to cell-/ neurobiological questions. In particular, we are interested in investigating the molecular mechanism of microtubule stabilization during the polarization of migrating cells. The position is initially on a stipend base and will prospectively be extended with further funds. The candidate can start as soon as possible.

SETTING: The Ph.D. candidate will be part of the interdisciplinary team of Jan Schmoranzer that works on aspects of cell polarity using advanced imaging methods. The candidate will be part of the Dahlem Research School of the Freie Universität Berlin and will be embedded into the Berlin-wide research consortium (‘Scaffolding of Membranes: Molecular Mechanisms and Cellular Function’, SFB 958).The FMP-Berlin (Campus Berlin-Buch) and the SFB 958 associated Institutions (Charité NeuroCure, Max Dellbrück Center, FU Berlin) offer a cutting-edge research infrastructure, an international environment, and excellent working conditions.

TO APPLY: Please send your CV and the name/address of potential references (preferably in electronic format) to: jan.schmoranzer@fmp-berlin.de. This search will continue until the position has been filled (05.06.2014).


Dr. Jan Schmoranzer
jan.schmoranzer@fmp-berlin.de
Leibniz Institut für Molekulare Pharmakologie
Robert-Roessle-Strasse 10, 13125 Berlin, Germany

Ansprechpartner: Jan Schmoranzer, jan.schmoranzer@fmp-berlin.de