PhD Student Fellowship: Interaction of the human fungal pathogen Aspergillus fumigatus with macrophages resulting in modulation of the endocytosis pathway
The Graduate School of Excellence ‘JSMC’ invites applications for PhD Student Fellowship (Ref.No. 72/2012) on the topic
Interaction of the human fungal pathogen Aspergillus fumigatus with macrophages resulting in modulation of the endocytosis pathway
A. fumigatus prevents conidia degradation in phagolysosomes by inhibition of phagolysosomal acidification. The project aims to elucidate the mechanisms of the fungal interference with the endocytosis pathway and to understand the cross-talk between the fungus and macrophages at the molecular level. Fungus/macrophage interactions will be monitored by confocal laser scanning microscopy, focusing on the vATPase as well as on intracellular changes in metabolite and protein patterns. The project will be situated at the Hans Knöll Institute, Jena.
The programme starts in July 2012 for a duration of 36 months . English is the working language of the programme.
Requirements
We expect:
– a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Natural or Life Sciences. Candidates about to earn their degree are welcome to apply.
– a solid background in standard techniques of molecular biology and microbiology. Knowledge of and hands-on experience in fluorescence microscopy, infection biology, or cell culture techniques are advantageous.
– high motivation and interest in joining one of the interdisciplinary research areas of the JSMC
– creativity and interest in shaping your own thesis project
– an integrative and cooperative personality as well as enthusiasm for actively participating in the lively JSMC Community
– very good communication skills in English (the language of instruction at the JSMC)
We offer:
– a highly communicative atmosphere within a scientific network providing top-level research facilities
– a PhD stipend paid for three years according to the regulations of the DFG (German Research Foundation) as well as generous research funding
– a comprehensive mentoring program with efficient supervision by a team of supervisors
– a top-level PhD training program with courses in state-of-the-art research technologies and soft skills
– Jena – the German City of Science 2008: a young and lively town with dynamic business activities, successful scientific centers of innovation and a vibrant cultural scene around the famous Friedrich Schiller University
Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer.
The application procedure takes place exclusively online via the JSMC website: http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de
Please acquaint yourself with the open PhD projects and the application process described on this website.
Selected applicants will be invited to the JSMC Recruitment Meeting in Jena, Germany, in June 2012. Awarding decisions will be made shortly thereafter, allowing the PhD projects to start immediately. Application deadline:
March 16, 2012 for applicants who will require a visa to enter Germany.
April 16, 2012 for applicants who will not require a visa to enter Germany.
- The application procedure takes place exclusively online via the JSMC website: www.jsmc.uni-jena.de
University / Organisation advertising the position
University / Organisation
Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
07743 Jena
Faculty / Institute
Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC)
Jena
http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de/
Supervisor of the Doctoral Thesis
Herr Prof. Dr. Axel Brakhage
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