Postdoctoral Scientist

The Max-Planck-Institute for Molecular Biomedicine in Muenster, Germany has an opening for a

Postdoctoral Scientist

(position-code 09-2015)

The position is available in the DFG Emmy Noether junior group of Dr. Ivan Bedzhov that is focused on understanding the self-organization of early mammalian embryos and pluripotent stem cells. The successful candidate will investigate signalling pathways regulating the spatiotemporal organization and cell fate transitions in the early embryonic lineages. Technical approaches cover 3D cell and embryo culture techniques, genetic and genomic engineering in embryonic stem cells and embryos, cell transplantation studies, live-imaging and conventional confocal microscopy, immunohistochemistry, molecular biology and bioinformatics.   We are seeking a self-motivated, organized and creative post-doctoral scientist. In addition to a PhD degree, the successful candidate will be expected to have experience in cell culture, molecular and cell biology methods. Previous experience in mouse embryonic stem cells culture, genome engineering, gene targeting techniques and genome-wide data analysis will be an advantage.   The position is initially available for two years with the possibility of extension, starting from November 2015 or later. All conditions for the employment will be according to the regulations of the contracts for the civil service (TVöD, Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst) level 13 TVöD.   The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine offers a dynamic, international and multidisciplinary environment with state-of-the-art transgenic, imaging, genomics and proteomics equipment and core facilities. The working language in the institute is English. A childcare facility is situated in the guesthouse of the institute next to the main building. The institute is located in Muenster that has been awarded LivCom-Award for ‘The World’s Most Liveable City’ by the UN.   The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing the participation of women wherever they are underrepresented. The Max Planck Society is committed to employing more handicapped individuals and especially encourages them to apply.   Please send your application (with the position-code 09-2015), letter of motivation, CV including a complete list of publications and the contact information of 2 referees until 30.09.2015 to:   career@mpi-muenster.mpg.de or Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine Roentgenstrasse 20 48149 Muenster Germany

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