Description:
HI-STEM will employ state of the art stem cell technology to develop novel therapies for targeting cancer and metastasis. The research groups will cooperate with the clinical departments of the University of Heidelberg as well as with Biotech and Pharmaceutical companies located in the Rhine-Neckar metropolitan area. HI-STEM is a central component of the BioRN Programme “Cell Based and Molecular Medicine” supported by the German Ministry for Education and Research.
We are seeking to appoint outstanding internationally-recognized scientists (PhD or MD) to develop our research interests in the following areas: Cancer Stem Cells, Metastasis Stem Cells, Interferons in Leukemic Stem Cells, Cancer Microenvironment, Stem Cell Niches, Cultivation of Normal and Malignant Stem Cells in complex 3D systems and Mechanisms of Drug Resistance. Core facilities (animal, FACS, Genomics etc.) are available and attractive packages will be provided for the new groups.
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We expect an outstanding publication record in the area of stem cells and cancer or metastasis, at least 3 years of post-doctoral work, practical experience in various state-of-the-art stem cell and cancer methods. Fluency in written and spoken English is a must. Strong communication, writing and presentation skills are essential and we expect participation in the preparation of internal reports, Grant applications, regulatory documents and manuscripts.
The positions are available from November 1st and appointments will be initially for 5 years. Employer will be HI-STEM.
HI-STEM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applications from women are strongly encouraged.
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