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The Department of Dermatology and Allergic Diseases at the University Hospital of Ulm invites applications for a Postdoctoral Position

The Department of Dermatology and Allergic Diseases at the University Hospital of Ulm invites applications for a Postdoctoral Position
(TV-L, E 13)
available in the field of immunology and immunogenetics in psoriasis and inflammatory skin
dieseases in the laboratory of Karin Scharffetter-Kochanek. Ulm is located in the southern part of Germany,close to the Alps. In a highly innovative, dynamic and supporting environment, this position allows individuals interested in polygenic inflammatory skin diseases and immunology to become integrally involved in the investigation of mechanisms underlying polygenic inflammatory and autoimmune skin diseases, especially including the final Identification
of disease modifying genes and how they change the susceptibility and manifestation of
psoriasis in the CD18 hypomorphic mouse model (J Clin Invest 118: 2629, 2008, J Clin Invest 116: 2105, 2006, J Clin Invest 116: 2094, 2006, J Immunol 177: 4612, 2006, J Immunol 171: 5697,2003)

The laboratory will provide excellent scientific education in a scientifically stimulating environment. We are interested in recruiting self-motivated individuals with a desire to succeed and complement the internationally competitive research activities of the laboratory. Research will include molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, flow cytometry and novel in vivo imaging technologies in close collaboration with other members of the faculty or external collaboration partners. Requirements: A strong background in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology or genetics is preferred, but not required. An appreciation for working with small animals is required.

Please contact meinhard.wlaschek@uni-ulm.de for further information.
The University aims to increase the number of women among the faculty staff and therefore explicitly encourages the application of female scientists.

Please send your aplication not later than April 27, 2009 to:
Frau Professor Dr. Karin Scharffetter-Kochanek
Department of Dermatology and Allergic Diseases
University Hospital of Ulm
Maienweg 12
89081 Ulm
Germany

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Postdoctoral position at The laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biology at Saarland University

Postdoctoral position

The laboratory of Pharmaceutical Biology at Saarland University is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral position (TV-L).

The successful candidate will work on an joint research project funded by the Saarland states research funding programme. The interdisciplinary project deals with the characterization of the cellular responses induced by technical nanoparticles in macrophages. A systems biological approach will be followed by the combination of state-of-the-art microscopic techniques with theoretical concepts. The methods in the sub-project are confocal and STED microscopy and include also cell biological and biochemical techniques. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate with a strong background in confocal microscopy and cell culture techniques.

The position is availabe from May 2009 for an initial 24 months (with the possibility of an extension). Women and handicapped people are explicitly invited to apply.

Application deadline: Mai 31, 2009

Please send your application documents as copies (no originals) since we cannot send documents back.

reference number: W081

Kontakt:

Prof. Dr. Alexandra K. Kiemer
(pharm.bio.kiemer@mx.uni-saarland.de)

P. O. box 15 11 50
D-66041 Saarbrücken

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Roche - Research Technician/Labspecialist in Cell-Culture

Who we are
At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.

The Position
GLYCART biotechnology AG, a 100% affiliate of Roche Pharmaceuticals, is active in the research and development of new potent antibody-based products for the treatment of cancer and autoimmune disease. We offer a stimulating and truly international environment.
Glycart is located in Schlieren/Zurich. To further strengthen our organization we are looking for a Research Technician / Lab Specialist in Cell-Culture

Who you are
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies, and where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point. In this position you will join a highly motivated team devoted to cell line development. You will be responsible for creating stable cell lines with a specific glycosylation profile and performing different expression analysis. Furthermore you will be actively involved in the development of new expression systems and cell culture media and process development up to the 10l scale.
For this interesting position in a dynamic environment we are looking for an experienced Research Technician with some years of professional experience in sterile techniques. Furthermore hands-on experience in the cultivation of mammalian cells as well as the
creation of stable cell lines is favourable for this position. As educational background you hold a degree of an advanced technical college or as a Research Technician with several years of experience in either Biology or Chemistry – the later would be in conjunction with a supplementary education in biology. You should also be familiar with ELISA, western blotting and other molecular biology techniques. Sound oral and written English are a must and good knowledge in oral and written German are beneficial. You have a quick grasp of new techniques and a high degree of self-motivation. Furthermore you are able to work on your own and are known for your accurate but yet efficient working style. In addition you interact effectively with a truly multinational team of scientists. If you are interested in working in an environment that is challenging and rewarding, we're interested in hearing from you!

Job ID No.: 15218
Contact HR: M. Ceroni, Phone: +41 61 687 34 58
Contact Line: S. Moser, Phone: +41 44 7556 124

The next step is yours. To apply online today or learn about other exciting positions,
please visit http://careers.roche.com

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Roche - Lab Head Non-Clinical Biosample Repository

Who we are
At Roche, 80,000 people across 150 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we’ve become one of the world’s leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity, and on seeing each other’s differences as an advantage. To innovate healthcare, Roche has ambitious plans to keep learning and growing – and is seeking people who have the same goals for themselves.
The headquarters in Basel is one of Roche’s largest sites. It is home to the Corporate Executive Committee, the Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics Divisions and the global business functions. Roche Basel also covers the entire business chain from research, development and production through to marketing. Over 8,000 people from more than 60 countries work at the site.

The Position RNCB is a Roche-wide cell bank for cell cultures and plasmids used and generated in research. The RNCB orders externally available cell lines for all research labs in Basel, grows and maintains stock cultures and distributes the cells in constant quality to labs. It exchanges stock cultures with all other Roche sites as needed. Hybridomas and recombinant
cell lines generated in-house are collected and stored in RNCB. Stock cultures are generated and tested for all cell lines entered to the RNCB. A database that is online available to all scientists at Roche is maintained with all available information on each cell line. Introduction of lab-automation is planned to facilitate the work. Technologies and procedures for stock cultures are continuously improved and shared in the international community.

Who you are
You’re someone who wants to influence your own development. You’re looking for a company

where you have the opportunity to pursue your interests across functions and geographies, and where a job title is not considered the final definition of who you are, but the starting point.
Excellent organization skills, accurate working and know-how in cell culture lab work (primary, established, recombinant) are mandatory. Daily interactions with research scientists and international cell bank companies and universities require good communication skills and knowledge of languages (English and German are mandatory). Knowledge in logistics of recombinant organisms and biosafety regulations would be advantageous, as well as experience with large database applications and lab automation.

Job ID No.: 14739
Contact Line: B. Wipf, Phone +41 61 688 61 63
The next step is yours. To apply online today or learn about other exciting positions,
please visit
http://careers.roche.com

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The International Leibniz Graduate School Systems Biology Lab on a Chip is open to qualified young science and engineering graduates

The International Leibniz Graduate School Systems Biology Lab on a Chip

(S–BLOC) is a cooperation between the Institute for Analytical
Sciences (ISAS), the department of Systemic Cell Biology of the Max
Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology and the departments of
Chemical Biotechnology and Micro Structure Technology at the
Technische Universität Dortmund. This interdisciplinary environment
gives ideal prospects to develop novel cell analysis methods and procedures
for systems biology based on lab on a chip technology as well
as the possibility to acquire comprehensive knowledge of the various
scientific and technological fields.

The program is open to qualified young science and engineering graduates
with excellent student records. They must hold a Masters, Diploma or
equivalent degree in science or engineering that allows direct admission
for doctoral studies in Germany. The degree should include an
experimental research experience of at least four months.
Applications by those awaiting the award of their degree are welcome.
It only has to be conferred before entering the program.
S-BLOC admits five PhD students once a year. Applications for the
program starting at September 1, 2009 should be posted by May 1,
2009 (delivery date).
The successful applicants will be highly motivated, have a willingness
to learn new methods, demonstrate initiative, responsibility and the
ability to work in an interdisciplinary team.
More information can be found at www.sbloc.de
Applications should be posted by May 1, 2009 (delivery date) to the
address below.
International Leibniz Graduate School S-BLOC
c/o ISAS – Institute for Analytical Sciences
Dr. Dirk Janasek
Bunsen-Kirchhoff-Str. 11
44139 Dortmund
Germany

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Position of a Technical Assistant at The Max Planck Institute for Immunobiology in Freiburg, Germany

The Max Planck Institute for Immunobiology in Freiburg, Germany,

invites applications for the Position of a Technical Assistant
available in the newly established research group of Dr. Ana Izcue from
May 1, 2009. The position is for an initial two-year appointment with the
possibility of extension.

The group studies the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating tolerogenic
pathways in the immune system both in mouse models and in humans (for
further information, see Izcue et al., Immunity 28, 559, 2008; Izcue, Coombes
and Powrie, Ann. Rev. Immunol. 27, in press, 2009). The group is also part
of the Centre of Chronic Immunodeficiencies at the University of Freiburg,
providing unique opportunities to interact with basic and clinical scientists.
We seek motivated and ambitious collaborators and provide a well-equipped,
world-class research environment.

Candidates for the post of Technical Assistant ideally should have previous
experience in cell and molecular biology and animal work, but this is not an
absolute requirement. Salaries will be based on previous experience according
to TVöD guidelines.
The MPI of Immunobiology is an international research institute with English
as the working language. A childcare facility is attached to the Institute.
Women are especially encouraged to apply; handicapped applicants with
equal qualifications will be given preferential treatment.

Applications giving relevant information about professional qualification,
motivation and indicating reference number 010309 should be sent directly
via email to weigold@immunbio.mpg.de or to the Personnel Department,
Max-Planck-Institute of Immunobiology, Stübeweg 51, 79108 Freiburg, Germany.

Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2009.

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PhD studentships in immune tolerance at The Max Planck Institute for Immunobiology in Freiburg, Germany

The Max Planck Institute for Immunobiology in Freiburg, Germany,

invites applications for PhD studentships in immune tolerance
available in the newly established research group of Dr. Ana Izcue.

Starting date is October 1, 2009. Earlier/Later dates could be considered.
The Position is for an initial two-year appointment with the possibility of extension.
The group studies the molecular mechanisms regulating specific tolerance
in the immune system both in mouse models and in humans (for further
information, see Izcue et al., Immunity 28, 559, 2008; Izcue, Coombes and
Powrie, Ann. Rev. Immunol. 27, in press, 2009). The group belongs to the
Department of Developmental Immunology at the Max Planck Institute
(http://www.immunbio.mpg.de) and it is also part of the Centre of Chronic
Immunodeficiencies at the University of Freiburg, providing unique
opportunities to interact with basic and clinical scientists.
The PhD students will work on the role of epithelial cells in the induction
of T cell tolerance in the intestine, especially the pathways leading to the
generation of Foxp3+ regulatory T cells.

We seek motivated and ambitious individuals and provide a well-equipped,
world-class research environment. Students should have a Diploma/Master
degree or equivalent; experience in molecular or cell immunology and in
vivo models would be an advantage.

The salary is commensurate with the guidelines for fellowships of the Max-
Planck-Society or the regulations of the TVöD. The MPI of Immunobiology
is an international research institute with English as the working language.
A childcare facility is attached to the Institute. Women are especially encouraged
to apply; handicapped applicants with equal qualifications will be given
preferential treatment.

Informal enquiries should be directed to
Dr. Ana Izcue (email: ana.izcue@path.ox.ac.uk).

Applications giving relevant information about professional
qualification, motivation, and names of referees and indicating reference
number 020309 should be sent directly via email to weigold@immunbio.mpg.de
or to the Personnel Department, Max-Planck-Institute of Immunobiology,
Stübeweg 51, 79108 Freiburg, Germany.
Applications will be accepted until May 31, 2009.
MAX-PLANCK-GESELLSCHAFT

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