Research Associate / Postdoc in Epigenomics: The Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD) is seeking a motivated and independent Research Associate / Postdoc to join the Chair of Epigenomics of Neural Development under Prof. Dr. Mareike Albert. This position focuses on the development and evolution of the neocortex, with an emphasis on gene regulatory mechanisms in neural progenitor cells, neurogenesis, and neuron maturation.
Research Associate / Postdoc in Epigenomics of Neural Development
Designation:
Research Associate / Postdoc (m/f/x)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Center for Regenerative Therapies Dresden (CRTD) |
| Research Area | Epigenomics, Neuroscience, Stem Cell Research |
| Location | TU Dresden, Germany |
| Employment Duration | 4 years (limited position) |
| Salary | Salary group E 13 TV-L |
Eligibility/Qualification:
- University and PhD degree in biology, genetics, neuroscience, or related subject.
- Experience in mouse genetics or organoid generation.
- Proficiency in single-cell sequencing technologies and bioinformatics, especially scRNA-seq data analysis.
- Background in neurogenesis, stem cells, gene expression, and/or epigenetics.
- Record of quality publications or preprints.
- Excellent English communication skills (written and oral).
- Strong interpersonal abilities and organizational skills.
Job Description:
The successful applicant will:
- Take a lead role in studying neocortex development and evolution.
- Implement single-cell technologies (scRNA-seq, CyTOF) and perform electrophysiological analyses.
- Collaborate with various institutions including the Carl Gustav Carus Faculty of Medicine, Cluster of Excellence “Physics of Life”, and the Max Planck Institute for Cell Biology and Genetics.
- Contribute to teaching in epigenetics, stem cells, and neurobiology, and supervise rotation and thesis projects.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- CV in tabular form
- Letter of motivation
- Contacts for two references
- Compilation of up to three publications
- Certificates of degrees
Applications should be sent preferably via the TUD SecureMail Portal (TUD SecureMail Portal), as a single PDF file to:
- mareike.albert@tu-dresden.de
- or to:
TU Dresden,
CRTD,
Frau Prof. Dr. Mareike Albert,
Fetscherstr. 105,
01307 Dresden, Germany.
Note: Only submit copies as applications will not be returned, and attach all documents electronically (USB storage medium).
Last Date to Apply:
November 27, 2024 (The stamped arrival date or the timestamp on the email server of TUD applies).
For informal inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. Mareike Albert via email: mareike.albert@tu-dresden.de.
The University aims to employ more women in academia and research and encourages applications from individuals with disabilities.
