AdresseThe Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with around 44,000 students and with about 5,700 employees. Founded in 1914 by Frankfurt citizens and since 2008 once again proud of its foundation status Goethe University possesses a high degree of autonomy, modernity and professional diversity.
As a comprehensive university, the Goethe University offers a total of 16 departments on five campuses and 154 degree programs along with an outstanding research reputation. Furthermore, the Goethe University is part of the Group of Rhine-Main-Universities (RMU).
The Group of Neuro and Vascular Development at the Institute of Cell Biology and Neuroscience at the Faculty of Biological Sciences of the Goethe-University Frankfurt am Main offers a position starting as early as possible, as
Research Assistant / PhD Position (m/f/d)
(E 13 TV-G-U, 65% part-time)
This position is available until 31.12.2024 with the possibility of an extension. The salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement applicable to Goethe-University (TV-G-U).
Our Group is part of the Buchmann Institute for Molecular Life Sciences and of the Institute of Cell Biology and Neuroscience, located at the Campus Riedberg. Our laboratory is affiliated to the Max Planck Institute of Brain Research in Frankfurt.
Our research focuses on the investigation of molecular signals that coordinate the development and homeostasis of the neurovascular interface. For this, we use a combination of state-of-the-art inducible and cell type-specific mouse genetics, together with confocal and two-photon light microscopy, electrophysiology, tissue explants, cell culture, proteomics and biochemical assays (see Nature Communications 6: 6576, Developmental Cell 28: 381-393, Neuron 84: 370-85, Nature 472: 356-60/478:274, Nature 465: 487–491, Nature Neuroscience 11: 1035-1043, Nature Neuroscience 10: 301-310, Science Vol. 361, Issue 6404).
We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a scientific university degree (diploma or master) in Neuroscience or Cell Biology and a high degree of practical experience in laboratory work.
A high level of practical experience in the neuroscience field, with technical knowledge in immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, molecular biology and cell culture is required. Additionally, background experience in experimental models of human diseases and also in the analysis of neurovascular unit cellular components is a plus. Excellent knowledge of written and spoken English language is required.
International scientific training and FELASA animal experimentation certificate are a plus, too.
We offer excellent research and training opportunities, a varied and creative research environment in an international team atmosphere and state-of-the-art equipment.
The Goethe University is committed to a policy of providing equal employment opportunities for both men and women alike, and therefore encourages particularly women to apply for the position/s offered. Individuals with severe disability will be prioritized in case of equal aptitude and ability.
Please send your application, consisting of a letter of motivation with a detailed description of your research experience and interest, a CV, copies of relevant certificates and letters of reference, until07.02.2023 at the latest.
Job Type: Part-time
Part-time hours: 26 per week
Work Location: One location
Application Deadline: 07/02/2023
Expected Start Date: 01/03/2023
