Postdoctoral Researcher in Molecular and Medical Virology: The Department of Molecular and Medical Virology at the Ruhr University Bochum is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher for a 3-year position focused on understanding the mechanisms of molecular replication and clinical transmission pathways of hepatitis and flaviviruses.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Researcher (m/w/d)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Duration | Fixed-term (3 years) |
| Working Hours | 39.83 hours/week |
| Salary | TV-L E13 |
| Start Date | As soon as possible |
| Application Deadline | 30th December 2024 |
Research Area:
- Molecular replication mechanisms of Hepatitis viruses.
- Clinical transmission pathways of flaviviruses.
- Development of prevention and therapeutic strategies.
Location:
Ruhr University Bochum, Universitätsstraße 150, 44801 Bochum, Germany.
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. (or an equivalent degree) in Biology or a related field with strong publications depending on the career phase.
- Solid understanding and experience in cell and molecular biology techniques.
- Virological knowledge with experience in zoonotic viruses, particularly Hepatitis E Virus (HEV).
- Experience in culturing human and animal cell lines.
- Familiarity with working under BSL-2/3 conditions.
- Basic knowledge in bioinformatics for analyzing viral sequences.
- Strong team collaboration skills.
- Interest in working in an international and interdisciplinary setting.
- Fluent in English (verbal and written).
Job Description:
The research project aims to analyze the mechanisms of viral entry and genome release of the Hepatitis E Virus (HEV). The successful candidate will develop innovative biochemical and microscopy-based assays to investigate these processes in detail. Additionally, the project includes examining the tissue tropism of the virus using various cell culture systems to identify potential pathogenic mechanisms linked to HEV-associated extrahepatic manifestations. The outcomes of this project will contribute to a better understanding of the viral life cycle and identify new targets for antiviral strategy development against HEV.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their application, including a cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates, referencing the Application Number (ANR) 4067, via email to Eike Steinmann at eike.steinmann@rub.de. Please indicate if you wish to utilize an alternative application method.
Last Date for Apply:
30th December 2024
For more information about the research focus, visit Research Page.
