Ten (10) PhD Positions, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany (2016)

The DFG-funded Research Training Group 2162 “Neurodevelopment and CNS vulnerability” at the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany, offers a structured, international Ph.D. program in basic and translational neurobiology.
Our research focuses on understanding the impact of developmental processes on the vulnerability and resilience to neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disease. We employ animal models and patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC) to model the interaction of developmental processes and disease states by using state-of-the-art approaches in genomics, molecular & cell biology, biochemistry, electrophysiology, animal behavior, and imaging for analysis.

What we offer:

• a 3-year structured PhD program with interdisciplinary thesis research,
• a vibrant, collaborative scientific environment,
• supervision and mentorship by a team of internationally renowned experts,
• State-of-the-art research facilities and
• advanced training opportunities (scientific, skills, career) in English.

Who we look for:

highly motivated applicants
• with an excellent M.Sc. or equivalent degree in (neuro-)biology, biochemistry or related areas,
• with a strong interest in basic and translational neurobiology and
• team players who want to contribute their ideas to our interdisciplinary group.

Further details:
http://www.nature.com