PhD Position in molecular cell biology
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Position: PhD Student
Topic: Mitochondrial Transcription in Trypanosoma brucei
Location: Institute of Cell Biology, University of Bern, Switzerland (https://ochsenreiter-lab.net)
Funding: 3 years, Swiss National Science Foundation (50kCHF starting salary + benefits)
Supervisor: Prof. Torsten Ochsenreiter
Graduate School: Cellular and Biomedical Sciences, University of Bern (https://www.gcb.unibe.ch)
The Institute of Cell Biology at the University of Bern is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join the lab of Prof. Torsten Ochsenreiter. The research will focus on the molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial transcription in the human and animal parasite Trypanosoma brucei, using molecular biology biochemical and high end microscopy techniques.
The Institute of Cell Biology at the University of Bern is seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join the lab of Prof. Torsten Ochsenreiter. The research will focus on the molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial transcription in the human and animal parasite Trypanosoma brucei, using molecular biology biochemical and high end microscopy techniques.
- Conduct research on mitochondrial transcription in Trypanosoma brucei.
- Collaborate in an international team on the topic of mitochondrial transcription.
- Present findings at conferences and publish results in scientific journals.
- Master's degree in molecular biology or a related field.
- Strong background in molecular biology, biochemical methods and microscopy.
- Strong motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Be part of a dynamic, interdisciplinary and international research team.
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources (especially high end microscopy)
- Opportunity to be part of the Graduate School of Cellular and Biomedical Sciences at the University of Bern.
Deadline: 30.09.2024 or until the position is filled.
