2019-06-01

A postdoctoral position is available in our group at the University of Rostock. We are looking for postdoc with experience in systems biology and bioinformatics. The project requires dynamical and logic-based models for biomarker ranking and analysis with a focus on stroke and pancreatic cancer in the context of cellular senescence.

Your skills and qualifications

• PhD in computational biology, biophysics, or a closely related field.
• Strong analytical, quantitative and computational skills are essential as well as the ability to conduct independent, cutting-edge research.
• Experience with metabolic modeling (such as Metabolic Control Analysis), computational systems biology, SBML, Copasi, Celldesigner.
• Familiarity with databases and basic scripting / programming (preferably R and Python).
• Good knowledge of dynamical and Boolean modeling.
• Good knowledge of the high-throughput / Omics data analysis.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong demonstrable skills in oral and written communication.

We offer

• An interesting and challenging job in an international atmosphere with the focus on research, teaching, innovation that values employees who can think outside of the box, who want to make a difference and strike out in a new direction.
• A multicultural team with an open culture of trust.

Salary and appointment terms

The job offer is for a full-time position as research associate at the University of Rostock, paid at the E14 salary scale, starting 1^st September 2019. The position is initially funded for two years but includes an option for a total of five years.

Application and contact

We are looking forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, and certificates in pdf format) to olaf.wolkenhauer@uni-rostock.de and ali.salehzadeh-yazdi@uni-rostock.de.

If you would like additional information about the position, please contact Ali Salehzadeh-Yazdi (ali.salehzadeh-yazdi@uni-rostock.de).

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, race, disability, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.