PhD position in Neurovascular Disease Research

The DZNE in Bonn is looking for a

PhD student (f/m) - Code 1348/2015/11

A PhD position is available in the Neurovascular Diseases Research Group (PI: Gabor Petzold). Our group focuses on the pathophysiology of stroke, Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia (e.g., Neuron 2008; Nature Neurosci 2009; Neuron 2011; Nature Comm 2014; Lancet Neurol 2015).
We are looking for a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in neuroscience and neurological diseases to join our group. The focus of this position is to investigate cellular mechanisms of neurodegeneration and regeneration – as well as potential novel treatment options – in animal models of stroke.

We offer:

• An interesting and challenging task in a research center that works on the future topics of health research
• A strongly cooperative and supportive international environment with state-of-the-art research facilities and equipment
• A high potential for the individual development of our employees
• Targeted personnel development
• The position is initially temporary limited to two year
• Employment, payment and social benefits are consistent with those at other research institutes.

Weitere Informationen

Unternehmen

Helmholtz Gemeinschaft

Bereich/Abteilung

German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE)

Abschlussart

Dissertation

Ansprechpartner/in

Name: Herr Prof. Dr. Gabor Petzold

Branche

Forschung und Entwicklung

Anforderungen

The applicant should be fluent in English, have excellent communication skills, and should be interested in working in a multicultural international environment. Previous experience in neuroscience or stroke research in particular would be beneficial.

Zusatzinformationen

The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a center of excellence within the Helmholtz Association that performs translational research on Neurodegenerative Diseases. The center includes nine excellence sites in Berlin, Bonn, Dresden, Göttingen, Magdeburg, Munich, Rostock/Greifswald, Tübingen and Witten.

The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. The DZNE is committed to employing disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply.

Code 1348/2015/11
Bewerbungsfrist: 17.12.2015
Ort: Bonn