Research assistant (praedoc) (m/f/d) with 65%part-time job limited to 3 years
Entgeltgruppe 13 TV-L FU
Reference code: grk2662_Praedoc_A2
The DFG-funded International Research Training Group GRK2662 "Charging into the future: understanding the interaction of polyelectrolytes with biosystems", aims for a better understanding of the molecular interactions between polyelectrolytes such as DNA, proteins or heparin with complex biological systems. Key to this is a close collaboration between researchers at Freie Universität Berlin (Germany), McGill University, Montréal, and the University of British Columbia, Vancouver (Canada), who share complementary expertise.
The International Research Training Group GRK2662 offers
- position with a duration of three years and the opportunity for writing a doctoral thesis,
- a structured scientific training in an international research environment, including participation in a wide range of research-specific and career-development training events,
- integration into an interdisciplinary international research network,
- the opportunity for research stays in the laboratories of the Canadian partner institutions.
Job description:
In project A2, glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) and their interaction with amyloid-forming peptides are investigated. In this context, GAG binding to amyloid-forming model peptides and their assemblies will be probed in the project of Prof. Dr. Kevin Pagel. Task within this project include heparinase digestion, purification and modification of GAGs. For further project information, please visit www.grk2662.de
The position serves the own scientific Qualification.
Requirements:
Applicants should hold an completed scientific University degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics or related subjects and must meet the requirements that qualify them for admission to the doctoral program of the Department of Biology, Chemistry and Pharmacy of Freie Universität Berlin.
Desirable:
• High motivation to conduct independent scientific work
• Very good English skills both written and spoken
• Good communication skills and appreciation for cooperative team work
• Experience with analytical and preparative Liquid Chromatography
• Experience with Mass Spectrometry and related techniques
• Basic knowledge in glycobiology
We look forward to receiving your application, which should include the following documents:
• A one-page motivation letter with details of previous research experience and future goals
• Your curriculum vitae (with list of publications, if applicable),
• Evidence of your academic achievements including copies of your Bachelor's and Master's
or Diploma degrees,
• At least two letters of support.
We reserve the right to reject incomplete applications without giving further reasons.
For further information, please contact Mrs. Anna Wolf ([Email Address Removed] / +493083868438).
Applications should be sent by e-mail, together with significant documents, indicating the reference code, in PDF format (preferably as one document) no later than October 24th, 2022 to Mrs. Anna Wolf: [Email Address Removed] or postal to
Freie Universität Berlin
Fachbereich Biologie, Chemie, Pharmazie
Institut für Chemie und Biochemie
Drittmittelprojekt GRK 2662
Mrs. Anna Wolf
Takustr. 3
14195 Berlin (Dahlem)
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