As a further support of our team we are seeking a

Ph.D. /doctoral Student

The aim of our internationally well-known research team is to gain a molecular understanding of actin cytoskeletal organization and dynamics underlying neuronal network formation, function and plasticity.
We are currently studying several molecular players at the membrane/actin interface and are characterizing their role in both cytoskeletal and membrane dynamics. As actin nucleation is rate-limiting for filament formation, we are focusing on the spatial and temporal control of actin nucleation machineries, such as the Arp2/3 complex and Cobl (Ahuja et al., 2007 Cell).

We are seeking a productive addition to our team for studying membrane and actin dynamics on the molecular level in vitro, in cell lines and in primary neuronal cultures.
Besides a solid theoretical and practical knowledge of modern cell and neurobiology, applicants should therefore especially have sound experience in advanced methods of light microscopy (high res., time lapse, FRAP, confocal) and in the biochemical and biophysical methods required for studying actin cytoskeletal dynamics both in vivo and in vitro.
Candidates furthermore need to be highly motivated to succeed in science and to be able to integrate into our team smoothly by being kind, efficient and reliable team players.

The project is supported by the excellent technical infrastructure of the institute. With the intensive technical and scientific supervision we provide and with the stimulating research environment in the institute and at the inner city campus of the FSU and also at the surrounding research institutes, a Ph.D. with us holds all prerequisites for very successful scientific work. The young and lively university town of Jena (ranked 2nd in the career atlas of all german cities - right behind Munich) will further ensure that a Ph.D in Jena is a pleasant time.

The FSU Jena is an equal opportunity employer promoting the advance of women in science.

The Friedrich-Schiller-University Jena is a well-known, high-ranking university of Germany located in Jena, Bundesland Thüringen. Jena is ranked 2nd in the career atlas of all german cities (right behind Munich).