PhD Student Position in Cancer Research
65% TV-L E13, 3 years
Group of Prof. Dr. Ivan Bogeski, University Medical Center Göttingen, Germany

The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) of the Georg August University is an attractive place for teaching and learning, research, healthcare and professional training and continuing education. Patient orientation, scientific excellence, internationality and equal opportunities are the standards of our actions. Within the UMG, our research group is looking for a highly motivated PhD student to work on a project exploring the role and application of ferroptosis, an iron- and reactive oxygen species-dependent form of regulated cell death, in the context of melanoma and associated brain metastases.

Application:
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, certificates and names of two referees. Please send your application only via e-mail as one PDF-file until 01.04.2025 to Dr. Ioana Todoran (ioana.stejerean@med.uni-goettingen.de). We look forward to receiving your application! Please note that disabled people will be given preferential consideration in case of equal suitability. Travel and application fees cannot be refunded.

Bibliography:

A distinct pattern of growth and RAC1 signaling in melanoma brain metastasis cells. Neuro Oncol. 2023 Apr 6;25(4):674-686. doi: 10.1093/neuonc/noac212.
MCU controls melanoma progression through a redox-controlled phenotype switch. EMBO Rep. 2022 Nov 7;23(11):e54746. doi: 10.15252/embr.202254746.
Establish, develop and optimize methods for ferroptosis research and organize your own schedule
Keep up with recent publications and developments in the field
Evaluate existing research and scientific methods and suggest improvements to ensure quality and efficiency
Active participation in conferences
Obtain a PhD degree

Ihre Qualifikationen

Completed Master’s degree in natural sciences (e.g.: molecular medicine, molecular biology, biochemistry)
Excellent spoken and written English
Experience in cell culture, molecular biology, biochemistry and cell biology techniques is preferred
Scientific independence
Critical eye towards consistency and reproducibility
Good time management skills
Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
Enthusiasm and scientific creativity

Wir bieten

Interesting work in a welcoming and stimulating research team in a student-friendly town
Scientific freedom and ability to explore your own scientific ideas
Excellent scientific infrastructure
A structured PhD training within GAUSS/GGNB
A wide range of benefits as an UMG employee (in terms of infrastructure, transportation, health and sports)

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