Job ID: 121336

PhD position in Molecular and Cellular Neurosciences

Position: Ph.D. Student

Deadline: 18 December 2024

Contract Length: 3 years

City: Marburg

Country: Germany

Institution: Philipps University of Marburg

Department: Faculty of Medicine, Molecular Neurobiology Group

Description:

The Faculty of Medicine, Molecular Neurobiology Group of Prof. Dr. Marco Rust is currently accepting applications for a

Research Assistant (PhD student)

The position is initially offered for a period of 3 years. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is part-time (65 % of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 65 %).

Central research topic of the group is the elucidation of molecular regulatory mechanisms of the neuronal actin cytoskeleton in the context of mammalian brain development/function and human brain diseases. In a multidisciplinary approach, the group combines mouse genetics with biochemical and cell biological approaches as well as with modern microscopy (confocal microscopy, high-resolution microscopy, live cell imaging).

Your tasks:
• Working on a scientific project aimed at functional characterization of putative actin regulators in neurons
• Participation in the preparation of scientific publications and presentations
• Academic services in research and teaching
• Supervision of student theses

Your qualification:
• Master of Science or equivalent degree in biology, neurobiology, biochemistry, medical or life sciences (or equivalent)
• High motivation and strong background in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology or neurobiology
• Beneficial are expertise in cutting-edge microscopy and mouse genetics as well as permit for animal experimental work
• Willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team
• Good English oral and writing skills

We offer:
• Comprehensive support, fully equipped laboratory
• Structured doctoral training through participation in the interdisciplinary graduate program of the Biochemical-Pharmacological Center (BPC)
• Free use of public transport in the state of Hesse
• Family service (child care during school holidays, dual career services)
• Various training and development opportunities
• Company pension scheme

Please send your application (incl. single-sided motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcript of records, names of 2 references) mentioning registration number above as a single PDF file to rust@uni-marburg.de before 18.12.2024.