Job ID: 84704
Ph.D. position: “The role of the transforming growth factor β (TGF β) family member activin as a master molecule regulating adaptive and plastic processes at the cellular and synaptic level of hippocampal neurons”
Position: Ph.D. Student
Deadline: 31 July 2022
Employment Start Date: 15 September 2022
Contract Length: 3 years
City: Erlangen
Country: Germany
Institution: Friedrich-Alexander Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg
Department: Institute of Physiology and Pathophysiology
Description:
Who we look for:
We are looking for a highly motivated PhD student with a strong background in molecular and cellular neurophysiology. The doctoral student will work on the role of the transforming growth factor β (TGF β) family member activin as a master molecule regulating adaptive and plastic processes at the cellular and synaptic level of hippocampal neurons.
The doctoral student will be integrated into the DFG-funded Research Training Group 2162 (GRK2162) “Neurodevelopment and CNS Vulnerability”.
The GRK2162 offers:
- a 3-year structured PhD program with interdisciplinary thesis research,
- a vibrant, collaborative scientific environment,
- supervision and mentorship by a team of internationally renowned experts,
- State-of-the-art research facilities and
- advanced training opportunities (scientific, skills, career) in English.
How to apply:
Please submit applications via email as a single file to christian.alzheimer@fau.de
(1) Letter of motivation
(2) Curriculum vitae
(3) Transcript of Records
(4) Summary of Research Experience and Master Project
(5) List of publications
(6) Two letters of reference/2 contacts of reference