The Endocrine Research Labs of the Medical Department IV/University of Munich offer a position as

Research assistant (postdoc) (m/f/d) in adrenal tumorigenesis and steroid excess

Scope of the group: Applications are invited for a postdoc position at the Endocrine Research Labs on the transregional CRC/TRR 205 "The Adrenal: Central Relay in Health and Disease" funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). In a unique effort top level researchers and doctors of the University Hospitals of Munich, Dresden and Würzburg will promote the understanding of humoral and molecular mechanisms of adrenal diseases and develop improved diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

The postdoc will be joining a highly motivated team of researchers studying the pathogenesis of adrenal tumorigenesis and steroid excess.

Requirements:

• Master of Science (M.Sc.) degree or equivalent and PhD in biochemistry, chemistry or a biological discipline with essential knowledge of good clinical research

• Molecular biology including qPCR, general protein biochemistry, epigenetics (microRNA), immunohistochemistry, cell biology and functional assays (enzyme activity assays)

• Preparation of publications and lectures

• Demonstrated ability to synthesize results in graphic, oral and written reports including the ability to clearly explain statistical techniques and interprete findings

• Good communication skills and fluency in English

• Open-minded and self-motivated character

• Ability to work independently

Our offer:

• Innovative and multifaceted research in a stimulating national and international research environment

• Flexible working hours

• The remuneration for this position conforms to the stipulations set out in the Tarifvertrag der Länder (TV-L)

The post is available from July 1st, 2019 to June 30th, 2021 (extension possible). We will accept applications until the position is filled. For further information, please visit our website: http://www.klinikum.uni-muenchen.de/Medizinische-Klinik-und-Poliklinik-IV/de/index.html.

The University welcomes and encourages interest from handicapped candidates. Presentation and traveling costs can unfortunately not be refunded. For detailed information on the research topic and the position please contact Ms. Dr. Anna Riester, email: anna.riester@med.uni-muenchen.de.

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Applicants should submit their complete application documents stating the reference number 2019-K-0270 (including CV, motivation letter, certificates and at least two references) as a single pdf-file to: