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Your Responsibilities
- Participate in research in the field of aging and cell death, with a particular focus on polyamine metabolism in connection with autophagy induction and hypusination in various eukaryotic model organisms, within the research group of Univ.-Prof. Dr. Frank Madeo
- Preparation of a relevant doctoral thesis in the field
- Collaboration with established research groups and core facilities at the Institute of Molecular Biosciences, as well as with the field of excellence “BioHealth”
- teach own autononmous coures and participate in the teaching and examination activitis of the institute, as well as co-supervision of students
- Cooperation on organizational and administrative tasks as well as evaluation measures
Your Profile
- Completed diploma or master’s degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, or biology with a focus on aging and cell death, preferably using mouse models and human cell culture
- Eligible as a graduate student at the University of Graz (Austria)’: https://doctorate.uni-graz.at/en/study-service/admission/
- Practical experience with fundamental molecular biology techniques
- Practical and theoretical knowledge in the research area of polyamine metabolism
- Practical and theoretical knowledge in the research area of autophagy (desirable)
- Didactic aptitude in the fields of molecular biology, microbiology, and/or cell biology (desirable)
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken
- Knowledge of German (desirable)
- Ability to work independently and take responsibility
- Team spirit and strong motivation to address scientific questions in the field of molecular metabolism using an interdisciplinary research approach
- Enthusiasm for teaching and supervising students
- Reliability
Application Documents
The following documents are required for a complete application:
- Letter of motivation and academic CV
- Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications
- Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language.
- Submission of certified documents as requested, information can be found here: Legalization – International Students
We offer an annual gross salary of € 52,865.40 for a fulltime position.
We Offer
Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
Collaboration: With us, you’ll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A “access to healthcare services” to Z “Zero emission goal”.
Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived.
Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career.
About us
At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it!
Contact
Univ.-Prof. Dr. Frank Madeo I frank.madeo@uni-graz.at
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