丹麦哥本哈根大学生物医学博士后职位

Job descriptions A postdoc position is available at the University of Copenhagen, in a new research group led by Dr Andres J Lopez-Contreras (Center for Healthy Aging) at the Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (ICMM). The project and this postdoctoral position will be funded by a Sapere Aude DFF Starting Grant. The duration of the contract is 2 years with a possibility of extension. Our group will study different aspects of Chromosome Instability and DNA Repair in mouse models of ageing and cancer. The project will be focused on the study of the role of genomic instability, mainly replicative stress, in normal and pathological ageing processes, by using genetic mouse models with an altered response to replicative stress.

Description

For further information, reference is made to “Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities 2007”/”Stillingsstruktur 2007 for videnskabeligt personale ved universiteter” (20.50) at www.ku.dk/regel/; click “Personaleforhold” and scroll down to item 20.1. As regards the scientific research requirement, reference is made to the applicable general rules, currently “Københavns Universitets fælles regler for det videnskabelige personales forskningsindsats (forskningssikring) (58.10)” (only available in Danish) available at www.ku.dk/regel/; click “Forskning” and scroll down to item 52. Qualification requirements The candidate must hold a PhD related to biomedical sciences, and is expected to be highly motivated and to work well with others. Previous experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques is required. Additionally, experience with mice and transgenic mouse models, is a major advantage for the position. The language of the lab will be English. For further information please contact Dr. Andres Joaquin Lopez-Contreras: ajlopez@cnio.es The Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine focuses on basic cellular and molecular biological processes, their regulation and their significance for cell function, interaction and organisation in tissues. The Department offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate teaching programs spanning cell biology, genetics and basic human biology, including chemistry, biochemistry, physiology, as well as anatomy.

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Salary and employment terms are subject to the collective agreement made between the Danish Ministry of Finance and the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations on the employment of academics in state service. Application Procedure The application must be submitted in English, by clicking on "Apply online" below, and must include the following: • Curriculum vitae with a list of publications, a report on previous research undertaken, and the names, addresses and contact details of 3 referees • Diplomas - all relevant certificates, including grades • An outline of how you could contribute scientifically and intellectually to the project (approximately 1 A4 page). Please note that the applicant will be contacted if the assessment committee requires further documentation. Research position applications will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 284 of 25 April 2008 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities. The University of Copenhagen encourages all interested in these posts to apply.