*PhD studentship at the University of Konstanz* We have a vacancy for a PhD student to join our laboratory at the Department of Biology, University of Konstanz, Germany.
Our laboratory studies the molecular mechanisms underpinning the stress response, adaptation and disease process of striated muscle. The focus of the available PhD project is on identifying and characterizing protein complexes that mediate the communication of the contractile sarcomere with other cellular organelles, in particular the nucleus, thereby regulating the gene expression programme and adaptive metabolism of the myofibril in function of mechanical activity. Mechanistic hypotheses are to be developed and tested at the molecular level. We apply an integrative approach to structural biology that combines a rich variety of biochemical, biophysical, computational and structural methodologies, with emphasis on X-ray crystallography. *Qualifications* Applicants should hold (or be in the process of obtaining) a Master's degree in biochemistry or related discipline, and be interested in learning both laboratory-based and computational methods as applicable to the study of biomolecules. A strong motivation to understand and discover the molecular mechanisms that enable function in living cells is required. Preliminary experience in cloning and recombinant protein production is expected. Good command of written and spoken English, the ability to work in a team, and good communication and organizational skills are required. *Application* Applications should contain the following documents in PDF format: 1. Applicant's CV 2. Copies of original degree transcripts displaying marks obtained 2. A statement of motivation for pursuing PhD studies in molecular sciences 3. Contact details of two referees Informal enquiries and application materials should be submitted by email to: olga.may...@uni-konstanz.de The position is fully-funded. The starting date is flexible, but a prompt start is desirable. ==================================== Prof. Olga Mayans Biophysics and Structural Biology Department of Biology Universität Konstanz D-78457 Konstanz, Germany ==================================== ######################################################################## To unsubscribe from the CCP4BB list, click the following link: https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/WA-JISC.exe?SUBED1=CCP4BB&A=1 This message was issued to members of www.jiscmail.ac.uk/CCP4BB, a mailing list hosted by www.jiscmail.ac.uk, terms & conditions are available at https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/policyandsecurity/
