PhD & Postdoctoral Positions in Molecular & Cellular Biology, University of Fribourg, Switzerland (2016)

Both positions are funded by the University of Fribourg and the Swiss National Science Foundation and are available for for studies on nutrient signaling pathways (e.g., the target of rapamycin complex 1 [TORC1] pathway) and their role in the control of cell proliferation and quiescence in the model organism Saccharomyces cerevisiae (yeast). The studies will include a combination of genetic, biochemical, and molecular approaches and are aimed at understanding the basic mechanisms that control entry into, survival in, and exit from quiescence.

Qualified, creative, and exceptionally ambitious individuals with a Ph.D. (for the postdoc position) or a MSc/diploma (for the Ph.D. position) in life sciences are encouraged to apply. Previous experience in the following areas would be an advantage, but not essential: bioinformatics, yeast genetics, standard molecular biological techniques (DNA cloning, construct design, etc.), and fluorescence microscopy.

The positions are placed at the Department of Biology (Biochemistry) of the University of Fribourg in Switzerland. The Department is equipped with state-of-the art facilities including genomic, confocal/electron microscopy, flow cytometry, and proteomics platforms.

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