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Postdoctoral scientists
We are looking for highly motivated team players with a strong interest in developmental biology, cell biology and/or regenerative medicine. Applicants should hold a PhD in biology or a related subject. Candidates should have strong expertise and publication record in molecular biology, cell biology/biochemistry, as well as good knowledge of English. Postdoctoral positions are available from April 2011 on. The goal of our work is to elucidate mechanisms of cell-cell communication that govern growth and differentiation in the context of neural development. Our studies focus primarily on the role of surface molecule- as well as diffusible factor-mediated cell interactions in the regulation of downstream signaling cascades and cell-specific gene expression. As the main model system we utilize human pluripotent stem cells (embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells), exploiting the unique opportunity to study and modulate human neural development in an accessible in vitro system. This work has implications for fundamental neurobiology, as well as for neurooncology and regenerative approaches. The University of Freiburg is one of the top universities in Germany with particular strength and a rich interdisciplinary environment in medicine and the natural sciences. It was recently selected as one of nine German centers of excellence. Freiburg is located in the heart of Europe with excellent access to recreational possibilities in the Black Forest, France and Switzerland. The successful applicant will join a small, highly-motivated young team and is encouraged to work independently but also to contribute to joint projects and to participate in international collaborations. The position is initially available for three years with the possibility for extension. Positions are available from April 2011. Applications should include a CV with a cover letter, statement of research experience/interests and the contact details of two references. Please submit your application electronically as a pdf to: jan.pruszak@uniklinik-freiburg.de

PhD students
We are looking for motivated team players with a strong interest in developmental biology, cell biology and regenerative medicine. Applicants should hold a masters or diploma in biology, biochemistry or a related subject. Practical experience in molecular biology, biochemistry cell culture and/or animal work is beneficial but not required. Good knowledge of English is essential. Positions are available from April 2011 on. The goal of our work is to elucidate mechanisms of cell-cell communication that govern growth and differentiation in the context of neural development. Our studies focus primarily on the role of surface molecule- as well as diffusible factor-mediated cell interactions in the regulation of downstream signaling cascades and cell-specific gene expression. As the main model system we utilize human pluripotent stem cells (embryonic stem cells and induced pluripotent stem cells), exploiting the unique opportunity to study and modulate human neural development in an accessible in vitro system. This work has implications for fundamental neurobiology, as well as for neurooncology and regenerative approaches. The University of Freiburg is one of the top universities in Germany with particular strength and a rich interdisciplinary environment in medicine and the natural sciences. It was recently selected as one of nine German centers of excellence. Freiburg is located in the heart of Europe with excellent access to recreational possibilities in the Black Forest, France and Switzerland. The successful applicant will join a small, highly-motivated young team. The position covers the salary for the period of the PhD studies (approximately three years). Positions are available from April 2011. Applications should include a CV with a cover letter, statement of research experience/interests and the contact details of two references. Please submit your application electronically as a pdf to: jan.pruszak@uniklinik-freiburg.de

Technicians
The technical personnel in our newly established group is expected to work closely together with scientists and students. If you are interested in joining an enthusiastic young team, have some hands-on experience in basic cell and molecular biological techniques, and you like to think and work independently, please send an e-mail to: jan.pruszak@uniklinik-freiburg.de to learn more about open positions. Applications in German and English are welcome. Bewerbungen auf Deutsch und Englisch sind willkommen. Bitte nehmen Sie zunächst Kontakt per E-Mail auf, um die Verfügbarkeit von offenen Stellen zu klären.