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Investigating the role of infiltrative monocytes in inflammatory bowel disease

The pathophysiology of inflammatory bowel disease is associated with an altered innate immune response. The underlying molecular mechanisms how myeloid cells modulate gut inflammation and fibrogenesis is not well studied.
In our junior group „Innate Immunity in Gastroenterology“ we are dedicated to investigating the role of infiltrative monocytes in mediating the disease course and severity in IBD. You can find more information about the lab on our homepage: Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg: AG Tiwari-Heckler.

If you are interested in a PhD position or if you are a postdoc and you are interested to join our dynamic young research group, please do not hesitate to apply!

The Fellows and the Specialist will have the opportunity to be incorporated in cutting-edge research conducted at the Department of Gastroenterology (University Hospital Heidelberg). This project is funded by the DFG. We closely collaborate with other research groups from Heidelberg and Boston (USA).

Job-ID: V000013469 Field of application: Klinik für Gastroenterologie, Infektionen und Vergiftungen Location: Heidelberg Start date: as of now Job Category: Science and teaching Working hours: full-/ part-time (bis 100 %) Published: 12.11.2024 Limitation: Temporary Contract: TV-L

Your tasks

• Perform immunological and molecular biology techniques (e.g. Flow Cytometry, bulk and single cell RNAseq)
• Execute cell culture and cell-based assays
• Conduct mouse experiments
• Analyze experimental data and interpret results for scientific reporting
• Preparation of scientific presentations and manuscripts for publication

Your Profile

• Passion, enthusiasm and strong interest in immunity
• Diploma or Master’s/ PhD degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, biochemistry, life sciences or a related discipline
• Hands-on experience in molecular / cellular biology and protein biochemistry
• Experience in structural biology is desirable
• Good communication skills in English (speaking, reading, writing)

What we offer

• Goal-oriented, individual training and development opportunities (e.g. career development support)
• Working with the latest techniques / technical equipment
• Flexible working hours within the framework of flexitime
• Possibility to publish scientifically is offered and supported
• Regular team meetings
• (Partial) project management / project responsibility possible if suitable
• Participation in national or international conference and collaboration
• Collectively agreed remuneration, attractive company pension scheme (VBL)
• 30 days vacation
• Sustainable travel: job ticket
• Family-friendly working environment: cooperative arrangements for childcare, subsidy for child vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
• Wide range of health, prevention and sports offers

Contact & Application

For further information please contact Dr. Shilpa TIwari-Heckler via e-mail. Please submit all documents as a single PDF file (CV, motivation letter, certificates, contact details for 2 referees).

Interested?

Applications will be accepted until 31.01.2025.

Klinik für Gastroenterologie, Infektionen und Vergiftungen
Dr. Shilpa Tiwari-Heckler
Im Neuenheimer Feld 410
69120 Heidelberg
Shilpa.Tiwari-Heckler@med.uni-heidelberg.de

Note: The UKHD is subject to the provisions of the Infektionsschutzgesetz. Therefore, a valid measles immunity certificate is required for all persons employed at the UKHD.

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