Προκήρυξη:
The International PhD Programme (IPP) on "Epigenetics, Gene Regulation & Genome Stability" in Mainz gives talented and enthusiastic students the opportunity to undertake PhD research at the cutting edge of modern biology. Projects within the IPP address key questions relating to the overarching themes of gene regulation, epigenetics and genome stability.
The IPP is designed to train you in both the scientific skills and the creative and critical thinking abilities that you will need for your research and personal development as a scientist. Our groups cover a broad range of expertise in the fields of Epigenetics, Transcriptional Control & Dynamics, RNA & Chromatin Biology, Stem Cell & Developmental Biology, Evolution, DNA Repair & Genome Stability, Ageing & Disease, and Bioinformatics & Systems Biology.
We offer up to 10 fully funded positions in our summer 2018 call.
The IPP is coordinated by the Institute of Molecular Biology - a centre of excellence in the life sciences. Participating groups are located at the:
- Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB)
- Johannes Gutenberg University (JGU)
- University Medical Centre (UMC)
- Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (MPI-P)
There are ~125 PhD students from over 25 different countries enrolled in the IPP.
Mainz is a charming student city located in the cosmopolitan Rhine-Main area in Western Germany. Frankfurt airport (20 minutes away) connects you to the world, the Upper Middle Rhine Valley (world heritage) to nature and the rich local culture.
We offer
- The possibility to work on a cutting-edge project using state-of-the-art technology in a highly motivated research team
- A stimulating, diverse and international research environment
- Advanced training opportunities in scientific, technical and transferrable skills
- Fully funded positions
Required qualifications
- Master or Diploma
- Motivation to solve complex scientific problems
- Good communication skills in English
Further requirement:
- Two letters of reference
Starting date: 1 October 2018 or later
Duration of stipend/salary: 3 years, with the possibility of extension
Deadline for registration (exclusively online via web form): 15 May 2018
For further questions and contact information, please check our website
Please apply exclusively via our online form.