Cell/ developmental biology/ Biophysics - Postdoctoral position 2013 at Denmark

The Novo Nordisk Foundation Section for Basic Stem Cell Biology (BasicStem) at DanStem and the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Copenhagen, has been established to promote basic and applied research on stem cell- and developmental biology of medical relevance. The Center comprises a wide range of expertise and skills, from embryological model systems, mouse genetics, stem cell studies, and in vitro culture systems to stem cell therapeutics. Currently, we have recruited >40 staff members to our research groups and staff functions, and expect to expand to around 60 scientists in the future.
Job Description:

We are recruiting an outstanding, ambitious postdoctoral candidate with a strong background in interdisciplinary cell/developmental biology and biophysics to join our group. The postdoctoral candidate will study how mechanotransduction via cell-cell interactions and cytoskeletal dynamics controls pancreatic morphogenesis and cell fate specification. The primary focus in this project will be to develop and analyse novel time lapse imaging models for simultaneous tracking of changes in cell shape, migration, polarity and fate. Towards this goal a combination of unique fluorescent reporter mouse strains will be inter-crossed with various mouse models with conditional gene inactivation of key morphogenetic regulators (including Rho GTPases and downstream components) in the developing mouse pancreatic epithelium. The candidate should have previous experience with confocal microscopy on an advanced level, and ideally also experience with live imaging of cells/organs using fluorescent reporters. Furthermore, experience in mouse genetics, fine dissection, Imaris and/or Fiji software, and script writing is considered of particular relevance.
Qualifications:

•     A PhD in cell biology, genetics, developmental biology, biophysics or a similar field;
•     An excellent publication record along with experience in developmental biology/biophysics is essential;
•     Advanced training and experience (>3 years) in confocal microscopy is essential;
•     Experience in live imaging as well as 3D and movie processing in Imaris/Fiji or similar software is ideal;
•     Experience with the mouse as an experimental model and mouse genetics is ideal;
•     Strong motivation and excellent scientific skills are essential;
•     Good English communication skills, both oral and written;
•     An analytical aptitude of devising innovative scientific or technical solutions;
•     Demonstrate enthusiasm, motivation, flexibility and confidence.

Application Instruction

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The closing date for applications is 23.59pm, 30th April 2013.

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Open postdoctoral researcher position for computational neuroscientists - 2013 Denmark

A position of postdoctoral researcher is open at the laboratory for visual and network dynamics, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Neuroscience and Pharmacology, University of Copenhagen.

Job description
Our research interests focus on understanding how neuronal networks are involved in making sense of sensory inputs, like visual or auditory inputs. We use in vivo extracellular recordings and voltage sensitive dye imaging in several cortical areas in anesthetized and awake mice to describe functional circuits and network dynamics.
The successful candidate will run several such experiments and engage in the data analysis with computational neuroscientists.

The applicant must have experience with in vivo electrophysiological recordings. Knowledge of advanced data analysis and some basic programming in Matlab is an advantage.

Period of employment
Two years with possibility of extension.

Application
The application, in English, should include a curriculum vitae, a complete list of publications and a list of referees. It must be filled online at http://employment.ku.dk/ by May 15, 2013.

Terms of employment
The post will be filled according to the Agreement between the Danish ministry of finance and the Danish confederation of professional associations. The post is covered by the protocol on job structure.

For further questions
Please contact:
Per Roland, professor in neuroscience
perrol@sund.ku.dk

Tania Rinaldi Barkat, assistant professor in neuroscience
tbarkat@sund.ku.dk

Postdoctoral Position in Wheat Rust Epidemiology - April 2013, Denmark

The successful candidate will be part of a team working on host-pathogen interactions and experimental epidemiology of rust fungi infecting cereals and grasses. The candidate will be responsible for investigating interactions between Puccinia graminis and Puccinia striiformis, respectively, and their cereal hosts. Interactions involving genetic host resistance and pathogen virulence/avirulence will be a major focus area. Studies will involve greenhouse experiments as well as field experiments. Our group has several nationally and internationally focused projects within population biology of rust fungi. We use molecular and virulence markers for studying genetic diversity and evolutionary processes and develop molecular markers for detection, diagnosis and characterisation of plant pathogenic fungi. You will be part of the ‘Global Rust Reference Center’ (GRRC), consisting of 10-12 scientists, technicians and PhD students. Since we wish to expand current international activities the right candidate will get the opportunity to develop the position beyond the first 2 years.

Qualifications

•     Relevant university degree or equivalent;
•     PhD degree within plant disease epidemiology and/or pathogen population biology;
•     Research experience in rust fungi infecting cereals, preferably P. striiformis/P. graminis;
•     Documented experience in host-pathogen interaction studies under field or greenhouse conditions;
•     Experience in international research collaboration and networking;
•     Interest and skills in scientific communication.

Postdoctoral Position in Wheat Rust Epidemiology
Aarhus University
Slagelse, Denmark

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