Postdoctoral Research Associate (gn*)

Location

Münster | Germany

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The University Hospital of Münster is one of the leading hospitals in Germany. Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone. The individual commitment counts above all. We need your commitment so that even with little things we can achieve great things for our patients. There are many possibilities open for you so that you may develop with them. The Department of Anesthesiology, Intensive Care and Pain Therapy at the University of Münster is offering a position at the earliest opportunity, limited to 3 years. Postdoctoral Research Associate (gn*) Full-time Remuneration according to TV-L E13 Job Id: 8691 - *gn=gender neutral Our group studies the mechanisms of neutrophil activation and recruitment in mouse models of inflammation. These studies will utilize various techniques in cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, including intravital microscopy studies on neutrophil rolling and adhesion in mice, flow cytometry, flow chamber assays, immunofluorescence microscopy, protein-protein interaction, retroviral transfection of bone marrow cells, and generation of bone marrow chimeras. Your activities and responsibilities: Develop and conduct experimental models of acute and chronic inflammation to study the molecular mechanisms of leukocyte activation and recruitment Collection of experimental data, analysis, and documentation of results Participate in and contribute to scientific group meetings Contribute as appropriate to the publication of research findings Participate in the training and supervision of scientists and research students Comply with the University's Equal Opportunities and Data Protection policies Your profile: The applicant is expected to have a fundamental knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology, must be motivated and willing to perform animal studies. Experience in working with mice would be a plus. essential: PhD in infection biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or cell biology Good written and oral English communication skills Significant experience in experimental animal models and imaging techniques Good self-organization and teamwork Willingness to organize and prioritize own work with minimal supervision desirable: German language skills would be advantageous but are not a requirement Ideally you have already completed further training in genomics/proteomics and bioinformatics Experience with preparation of proposals for third-party funding We offer: An international, motivated and highly recognized working group (Rossaint/Zarbock) Excellent options for networking and collaboration through collaborative research networks (KFO342, CRC1450, CRC1009, CRC-TRR332, Cells in Motion Interfaculty Center) An exciting and dynamic research environment with state-of-the-art technologies Encouraging the preparation of research papers and scientific networking Participation at (inter-)national meetings Weekly joint lab meetings with scientists from various laboratories and a good international network of collaborators to exchange ideas Connection to structured further education opportunities (Medical scientist programme InFlame) Contact: For further inquiries please contact Prof. Dr. Jan Rossaint , T 0251 83-44083. We look forward to receiving your application via our application form until 13.03.2024 . Formal applications in English should include a cover letter with a brief statement of research experience, research interests and career goals, a CV with education certificates and grades as well as contact information of two possible referees (address, phone number and email). Due to legal requirements working with us is only permitted with complete vaccination against measles. Applications of women are specifically invited. In the case of similar qualifications, competence, and specific achievements, women will be considered on preferential terms within the framework of the legal possibilities. Handicapped candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference. The University Hospital of Münster is one of the leading hospitals in Germany. Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone. The individual commitment counts above all. We need your commitment so that even with little things we can achieve great things for our patients. There are many possibilities open for you so that you may develop with them. Universitätsklinikum Münster Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Gebäude D5 . 48149 Münster . Our group studies the mechanisms of neutrophil activation and recruitment in mouse models of inflammation. These studies will utilize various techniques in cell biology, molecular biology, and biochemistry, including intravital microscopy studies on neutrophil rolling and adhesion in mice, flow cytometry, flow chamber assays, immunofluorescence microscopy, protein-protein interaction, retroviral transfection of bone marrow cells, and generation of bone marrow chimeras. Develop and conduct experimental models of acute and chronic inflammation to study the molecular mechanisms of leukocyte activation and recruitment Collection of experimental data, analysis, and documentation of results Participate in and contribute to scientific group meetings Contribute as appropriate to the publication of research findings Participate in the training and supervision of scientists and research students Comply with the University's Equal Opportunities and Data Protection policies The applicant is expected to have a fundamental knowledge in biochemistry and molecular biology, must be motivated and willing to perform animal studies. Experience in working with mice would be a plus. Essential: PhD in infection biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or cell biology Good written and oral English communication skills Significant experience in experimental animal models and imaging techniques Good self-organization and teamwork Willingness to organize and prioritize own work with minimal supervision Desirable: German language skills would be advantageous but are not a requirement Ideally you have already completed further training in genomics/proteomics and bioinformatics Experience with preparation of proposals for third-party funding

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