Germany: PhD position Stem Cell Biology 2012

The Institute of Diabetes and Regeneration Research is looking for a

PhD Student – Stem Cell Biology of the Pancreas m/f 2012/1401

Job Description
The overall aim of the Instiutte of Diabetes and Regeneraton Research is to understand pancreas development and regeneration by studying mouse development and using stem cells as a model system. Specific aim of this PhD project is to compare the differentiation potential of mouse embryonic stem cells (mESC), epiblast stem cells (epiSC) and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) into the pancreatic lineage. Lineage labelled ES, epiSC and iPS cells were already generated and will allow to improve differentiation protocols. Eventually this will be translated to human ESC and iPSC culture for disease modeling.

Studies include derivation of stem cell lines with fluorescent-lineage reporter, single cell live imaging to improve differentiation protocols and establishing a proof-of-concept for modeling pancreas development and disease in cell culture.

Your Qualifications
- Diploma or Masters in Biology or related subject
- A solid background in developmental and/or stem cell biology
- Practical experience with molecular and cell biology is desirable
- Good communication skills, German is not needed.

Our Offer
- Working in an innovative, well- equipped and scientifically stimulating surrounding
- Further training opportunities HELENA and TUM graduate school
- Initial short-term employment contract for three years with a standard public service salary (TVöD EG 13 50 %)

Contact Information
Prof. Dr. Heiko Lickert
Helmholtz Zentrum München
Institute for Diabetes and Regeneratons Research
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Oberschleißheim/Neuherberg

Phone: 089 3187-3760
Fax:
E-mail: heiko.lickert@helmholtz-muenchen.de

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