2011 Master and Doctoral Studentships at the German Cancer Research Center

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German Cancer Research Center is looking for highly motivated students with the educational background in biological, bioengineering or related areas of science. Previous experience in experimental cell biology, microscopy and computational data analysis is an advantage.

Reference: 99/2010

Descriptions:
Mechanical factors play an important role in many basic biological phenomena on different spatial-temporal scales: from tissues and single cells to sub-cellular structures. The ability of cells to appropriately sense, process and utilize mechanical energy and signals is essential for the normal function of the entire organism. A number of severe disease, such as Cancer and Progeria, is known to be related to altered mechanical properties of the cellular matter. To reveal the mechanisms behind the observed mechanobiological phenomena, we develop novel approaches to quantitative analysis of cellular mechanics using a 3D image- and model-based framework.

Within the scope of the ongoing multidisciplinary project, the relationship between genotype and mechanical phenotype of the cell will be systematically investigated by means of the high-throughput screening of mechanical properties of RNAi-knockdowns. Successful candidate will be given the opportunity to carry out a state-of-the-art research work on an emerging, high-impact area of science between molecular biology, bioinformatics and biophysics. Work will be carried out in the division of Prof. Roland Eils within BioQuant, the Center for "Quantitative Analysis of Molecular and Cellular Biosystems" at Heidelberg University.

Benefits:
•   Interesting and varied position
•   International environment
•   Compensation for TV-L
•   Opportunities for part-time work
•   Flexible working hours
•   Good training and development

How to Apply:

Applications including a cover letter, CV and references (if available) should be submitted as one single PDF.

Send your application quoting the reference number to:
German Cancer Research Center
Personal and social services
Im Neuenheimer Feld 280
69120 Heidelberg

We would like to draw your attention to the fact that we may only accept applications via mail or online application. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause to you!

Equal opportunity is part of our personnel policy. Applications from severely disabled are welcomed.

Deadline: December 31, 2011

Source: 2011 Master and Doctoral Studentships in Bioinformatics and Cellular Mechanics at German Cancer Research Center.

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