ERC-funded PhD and Postdoc Positions: The Hiller Lab at the LOEWE Center for Translational Biodiversity Genomics (TBG) in Frankfurt, Germany, invites applications for two positions: PhD student and/or Postdoc to work on the BATPROTECT project. This project aims to investigate the genomic basis of long healthspans, disease resistance, and viral tolerance in bats.
ERC-funded PhD and Postdoc Positions in Comparative Genomics
Summary Table:
| Job Title | ERC-funded PhD and Postdoc Positions in Comparative Genomics |
|---|---|
| Designation | PhD Student and/or Postdoc |
| Research Area | Comparative Genomics |
| Location | Frankfurt, Germany |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Master or PhD degree in bioinformatics/computational biology, genomics, or related area |
| Working Hours | Full-time (40 hours/week) / Part-time options available |
| Contract Type | Funding available for 6 years |
| Start Date | Flexible, ideally summer of 2024 |
| Salary and Benefits | According to the collective agreement of the State of Hesse (TV-H), pay grade E13 (PostDoc 100%, PhD: 75%) |
| Last Date for Apply | June 07th, 2024 |
Job Description:
The successful candidates will work on the BATPROTECT project, funded by a 6-year ERC synergy grant, which aims to understand the molecular mechanisms behind bats’ exceptional longevity and resistance to diseases. Tasks include genome assembly, comparative transcriptomic analysis, phylogenomics, and identifying key molecular targets for functional validation.
Your Profile:
- Master or PhD degree in bioinformatics/computational biology, genomics, or a related area
- Strong programming skills in a Linux environment, with experience in shell scripts and Unix tools
- Interest in comparative genomics, experience in the field is advantageous
- Proficiency in written and oral English
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application documents, including a CV, summary of previous research experience, and copies of certificates, transcripts, and grades, in electronic form (as a coherent PDF file) by June 07th, 2024, to recruiting@senckenberg.de, quoting the reference number #12-24005. Alternatively, applicants can apply through the online application form on the lab’s homepage.
Contact Information: For more information about the lab and the project, please contact Prof. Dr. Michael Hiller (michael.hiller@senckenberg.de) or visit the lab webpage here. An overview of publications is available here.
