Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Krankenhäuser
Berlin
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 55.000 € – 74.500 € (von XING geschätzt)
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Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
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Postdoc position (d/f/m) developing gene editing therapies for ANO5-related muscular dystrophy
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Working at Charité
We invite applications for a highly talented postdoctoral researcher to join the Muscle Research Unit with Outpatient Clinic for Muscle Disorders at the Experimental and Clinical Research Center (ECRC) in Berlin, Germany. The ECRC is part of the largest university hospital in Europe – the Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin – and the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association (MDC).
Our lab is developing gene and cell therapies for muscle wasting disorders. We combine stem cell research, CRISPR technologies, novel humanized mouse models of neuromuscular disorders and state-of-the-art delivery technologies for nucleic acid therapeutics, as well as research on disease mechanisms (see our publications here). Our team is at the forefront of bringing autologous cell replacement therapies with CRISPR-edited muscle stem cells towards the clinic ( https://www.mdc-berlin.de/news/news/deep-expertise-and-bold-vision-myopax-launches-berlin ).
The Charité and Max Delbrück Center provide access to a vibrant scientific environment, cutting-edge infrastructure and great opportunities for collaborations and postdoctoral training.
Overview of the position
- The advertised position focuses on developing gene editing therapies for Anoctamin 5 (ANO5)-related muscular dystrophy
- You will conduct independent and collaborative research of high international quality within the project’s scope
- You will be employed as a research associate: According to §110 (4), sentence 3 of the BerlHG, research staff are entitled to an appropriate amount of time during working hours for their own scientific further qualification
What we are looking for
- PhD in life/natural sciences (cell biology, molecular biology, genetics or related field)
- Fluent in English, written and spoken
- Strong motivation to produce excellent science with a translational focus
- Good organizational skills
- Experience in stem cell research, skeletal muscle biology, neuromuscular disorders, gene therapy and/or genome engineering/editing (in particular with CRISPR systems) is highly desirable
Charité offers you
- A fully funded postdoctoral position for two years with salary according to the German public sector (TVöD)
- A highly professional, interdisciplinary and translational work environment, including physicians, basic, translational and clinical researchers, and entrepreneurs
- Intercultural team events, well structured onboarding phase with kind team members
Information regarding the position
- Paygrade E13 according to TVöD VKA-K. You may find further information here
- Working hours will be full-time with 38.5 hours per week
- The position is limited for 2 years, as it is tied to the project duration
- 30 days of paid vacation per year
- The application period ends on: xx
- Position ID: 6456
Application
Everyone is welcome at the Charité, regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.
Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.
Dr. Helena Escobar ( helena.escobar@charite.de )
Please submit the following documents in connection with your application:
- A cover letter introducing yourself and explaining your motivation for applying
- Your CV, including a list of your publications
- Contact details of one to two referees
The position is initially limited to 14 months, with the possibility of an extension.
Please address your application to Dr. Helena Escobar (helena.escobar@charite.de) and
Prof. Simone Spuler (simone.spuler@charite.de).
Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis.
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Additional information
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin makes its personnel decisions based on suitability, ability and professional performance. The Charité aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions and therefore strongly encourages women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority within the scope of legal possibilities. Applications from people with a migration background who meet the recruitment requirements are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. A police good-conduct certificate, in some cases an extended good-conduct certificate, is required at the time of recruitment. Unfortunately, application documents can be returned only if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. Any incurred travel expenses cannot be reimbursed.
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