Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB), Mainz, Germany
Description
The Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation is recruiting a Post-Doctoral Research Fellow in Epigenetics (#VTPD11)
The Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is a Centre of Excellence for Life Sciences, funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation, and located in Mainz, Germany. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher position in the laboratory of Dr. Vijay Tiwari.The successful applicant will contribute to internationally competitive research on epigenetic regulation of cell-fate specification during development. The group employs high-throughput epigenomics assays in combination with stem cell biology and neurobiology and cutting-edge epigenetics and molecular biology tools. The resulting datasets are analysed using computational and systems biology approaches to generate a comprehensive model of epigenetic regulation of gene expression during embryonic development.
You will
- Study epigenetic mechanisms that regulate cell-type specification during neuronal development
- Utilize mouse embryonic stem cell differentiation and mouse as a model system
- Obtain training in epigenetics, gene regulation, developmental biology and computational biology
- Have access to all IMB Core Facilities
- Collaborate with internal and external partners
- Work in close cooperation with a team of experimental and computational researchers to facilitate novel discoveries
Required Qualifications
- PhD in molecular biology, neurobiology, epigenetics, biochemistry or developmental biology, preferentially with a background in gene regulation
- Strong experience in at least one of the following areas: embryonic development, stem cell biology, neurobiology, epigenetics
- At least one first author paper in an international peer reviewed journal
- Good written and spoken English
- Interest in working in a multidisciplinary team
- Competitiveness at the international level and willing to collaborate with internal and external collaborators as well as supporting other group members
Salary
We offer
- The possibility to work on cutting-edge projects using state-of-the-art technology
- A stimulating, diverse and international research environment
- Advanced training opportunities
- Career development
- Competitive salary
- Highly motivated research team
Application details
To apply, please email a cover letter, your CV (in English), contact address of at least two professional referees and certificates of your degrees quoting Ref. No. #VTPD11 to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Informal enquires should be addressed to Dr. Vijay Tiwari (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.). IMB is an equal opportunity employer.
Starting date: 1st Aug 2016 or later; duration: Initially 2 years with option of further extension.
Deadline for applications: 15th July 2016