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Post Doc in Systems Biology (M/F) [3y; PhD in Systems Biology, Eng, Life Sciences (Biology), Biotechnology or comparable; good written and oral English skills are obligatory, working knowledge in German and/or French is an advantage] / University of Luxembourg / deadline September 30

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Post Doc in Systems Biology (M/F)
Application End: Tuesday 30 September 2008

The University of Luxembourg has a vacancy in its Faculty of Science, Technology and Communication for a

Post Doc in Systems Biology / Life Sciences
3-years contract, renewable
starting October 2008 (or later)

Research area: Systems Biology - Life Sciences

Within systems biology detailed mathematical (ODE) models based on molecular interactions are widely used to analyze mammalian signalling networks. Sensitivity analysis methods allow for rating of the influence of model parameters on the dynamic and static behaviour of the model states (e.g. concentrations). This information can be used to get deeper insight into the system under investigation by identification of key mechanisms and sensitive or fragile network points.
In this project global sensitivity methods (variance based) shall be implemented and applied to analyze the pro- and anti-apoptotic signalling in mammalian cells. The focus will be on different published or currently developed detailed mathematical models which describe various aspects of pro- and anti-apoptotic processes. This will help to identify the hub proteins within this network which will be promising targets for pharmaceutical strategies.

Tasks:

• Mainly research activities in the field of Systems Biology, with special focus on global sensitivity analysis
• Contribute to the teaching activities of the Faculty, especially in Systems Biology

Profile:

• PhD degree in Systems Biology, Engineering, Life Sciences (Biology), Biotechnology or comparable
• Good written and oral English skills are obligatory, working knowledge in German and/or French is an advantage.

Offer

• research within an up-to-date field
• exciting interdisciplinary environment
• competitive remuneration

For further information, please contact:
Thomas Sauter
University of Luxembourg
162a, avenue de la Faïencerie
L-1511 Luxembourg
Office: Campus Limpertsberg
Tel: +49 711 6856 6611
Email: thomas.sauter@uni.lu
Url : www.isys.uni-stuttgart.de/~sauter

Interested candidates are asked to send their full application (letter of motivation, detailed CV, copies of diploma, photo) until September 30th, 2008 by e-mail to thomas.sauter@uni.lu .

The University of Luxembourg is an equal opportunity employer.