Ph.D. Position in Translational Biochemistry: The group for neurogenomics and translational myology, led by Prof. Dr. Sebahattin Cirak at the University Hospital Ulm, is offering a Ph.D. position in translational biochemistry/biophysics with a focus on neurogenetic disorders. Join an innovative and dynamic research team dedicated to revolutionizing the approach to pediatric neurogenetic disorders and muscular dystrophies.
Ph.D. Position in Translational Biochemistry/Biophysics – University Hospital Ulm
Location: University Hospital Ulm, Department of Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine, German Center for Child and Adolescent Health (DZKJ).
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in natural sciences.
- Strong interest in protein biochemistry, protein biophysics, glycobiology research, computational biology, or next-generation sequencing data analysis.
- Solid background in molecular biology desired.
- Candidates with computational and programming skills are preferred.
- Candidates from chemistry and physics backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- Creativity and capability to develop a competitive research project in collaboration with the research team under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Sebahattin Cirak.
Description: The Ph.D. candidate will be part of the research group focusing on unraveling the molecular mechanisms underlying pediatric neurogenetic disorders and muscular dystrophies. The research involves the expression and characterization of recombinant wild-type and mutant proteins using proteomics techniques, biophysical methods, and screening for chemical chaperones. The candidate will analyze multi-omics data, including genomic sequences, aiming to discover novel disease-causing mutations. The role includes working collaboratively with an international team under the leadership of Prof. Dr. Cirak and publishing impactful original research papers.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their applications by April 15, 2024, via the University Hospital Ulm’s application portal.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Proteomics techniques for biomarker discovery and understanding of pathological pathways.
- Expression and characterization of recombinant wild-type and mutant proteins by biophysical methods.
- Determination of the exact biochemical function of these proteins and screening for chemical chaperones stabilizing mutant proteins.
- Analyzing multi-omics data, including genomic sequences, aiming to discover novel disease-causing mutations.
- Working in collaboration with an international team under the supervision and leadership of Prof. Dr. Sebahattin Cirak.
- Publishing impactful original research papers.
Our offer: The position is currently for 2 years (65%) but may be extended for successful candidates. The candidate will benefit from a supportive scientific environment, a broad repertoire of methods, and short-term visits to other labs in Germany and abroad.
Last Date for Apply: 15 April 2024
Diversity Statement: The University Hospital Ulm emphasizes gender equality and encourages applications from female scientists. Suitably qualified women will receive preferential consideration. Applications from disabled candidates are also welcome, and they will be given preferential consideration over other applicants with comparable qualifications.
For Further Inquiries: Contact Prof. Dr. Sebahattin Cirak at [contact@emailaddress.com].
Note: Limited contract, part-time employment.
