Cell Biologist to study optimization of delivery for RNAi therapeutics in (MPI-CBG) Dresden.

The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
is looking for a

Cell Biologist to study optimization of delivery for RNAi therapeutics

to work in the High-Throughput Technology Development Studio (HT-TDS)
of the MPI-CBG in Dresden. The HT-TDS is developing phenotypic assays
and implementing automated high-content screens in cultured cells and
model organisms with the aid of robotic systems, automated microscopy
and advanced automated image analysis to discover novel gene functions
by RNA interference and screen small molecule collections (see
http:/tds.mpi-cbg.de/webtds/ for further information).

The selected candidate would be responsible for the development and
implementation of in vitro quantitative cell-based assays to optimize
RNAi formulation for therapeutic use.

The position is offered within the scope of a collaboration with a leading
company for RNAi therapeutics, which aims to develop innovative
methods for siRNA delivery.

The preferred candidate has a PhD degree and a strong scientific background
in a relevant field of cell biology. Experience in advanced fluorescence
microscopy, RNAi techniques and the development of cell based
assays is required. Excellent communication skills, goal-oriented and the
ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team are also essential. The
working language of the MPI-CBG is English.

The position is initially for 2 years and will be compensated according to
the TVÖD scale. The Max Planck Society is committed to employ more disabled
persons. The application of disabled persons is strongly encouraged.
The Max Planck Society is committed to increase the number of
female scientists. Women are particularly encouraged to apply.

Please send your application before 5th June 2009 to:
Max Planck Institute
of Molecular Cell Biology
and Genetics (MPI-CBG)
Code: 2009-Cell-Biologist-4140
Pfotenhauerstr. 108
D-01307 Dresden, Germany
or e-mail: 2009-Cell-Biologist-4140@mpi-cbg.de

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