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The Max-Planck-Institute of Molecular Plant Physiology in Potsdam invites applications for a
PhD Studentship
to study signalling pathways in relation to nutrient stress. The project is designed to analyze the initial events of
signal transduction cascades by focusing on modification-dependent protein-protein interactions, phosphorylati-
on events and membrane protein complexes. Candidate proteins will be analyzed by reverse genetic techniques.
The research is based on proteomic approaches and will involve the use of modern nanoflow-HPLC-coupled
mass spectrometry, as well as state-of-the-art resources for plant molecular and biochemical analyses and bio-
informatics.
Applicants should have a Diploma or Masters Degree in Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry with a strong back-
ground in biochemistry and interest in bioinformatics.
For further information please contact Dr. Waltraud Schulze, phone: +49 331 5678113,
e-mail:
wschulze@mpimp-golm.mpg.de.
TLIGHT ON GERMANY
Applications including cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the names of two referees should be sent to:
Research of
SPO
Max-Planck-Institut für Molekulare Pflanzenphysiologie
Personalverwaltung
the highest
Wissenschaftspark Golm, Am Mühlenberg 1, 14476 Potsdam
international
Research Group Leader calibre ...
The new Condensed Matter Division of the Max Planck Institute for the Physics of Complex Systems, which is
directed by Dr. Roderich Moessner, invites applications for the position of Research Group Leader (W2 or TVöD
15). The position is limited to five years and the start date in 2008 is flexible.The successful applicant is expected
to have a strong research record relative to his/her experience, and will be given the opportunity to build a
research group of his/her own. Possible research areas include, but are not limited to, quantum magnetism, cor-
related electrons, novel materials, quantum phase transitions and quantum information theory. The research
environment in Dresden provides many opportunites for interactions with other groups at MPIPKS and nearby
institutions, such as the MPI for Chemical Physics of Solids, the Technical University, the Institute for Solid State
and Materials Research and the Forschungszentrum Dresden-Rossendorf with its high magnetic field laboratory.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; the deadline for primary consideration is January 6, 2008.
Applications - containing CV, publication list, statement of research plans and interests, and at least three letters
of recommendation - should be sent to:
Max-Planck-Institut für Physik komplexer Systeme
Regine Schuppe, quoting 'FGL07' as reference,
either by electronic (
schuppe@pks.mpg.de) or regular mail
Nöthnitzer Str. 38, 01187 Dresden, Germany
The Max Planck Society enjoys an
The Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry is one of the leading research institutes within the fields of bioche-
excellent reputation both at home and
mistry, cell- and structural biology, and biomedicine. With its ten scientific departments, twelve junior
abroad. It can hold its own in the global
research groups, and a staff of around 800 people, the institute is one of the largest institutes within the Max
competition for the best minds as no
Planck Society.
other scientific organization in the
Postdoctoral Research fellow in cryo-EM
country can. This competitiveness is
one of the advantages of being located
(reference no. 39.07) in Germany in today's world - and will
The department of Structural Biology is particularly active in the field of cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM)
be that much more so in tomorrow's.
developing technology and methodology and their application to relevant biological problems to study molecular
Scientific publications, patents and
and cellular structures. We are using a wide range of biophysical methods and we are equipped with state of the highly qualified junior scientists sub-
art facilities, including several high-end transmission electron microscopes. One of the latest generation TEMs, stantiate the quality of the research
the FEI TITAN KRIOS (80-300kV) has been installed recently and this instrument will serve as a tool to establish a
done at Max Planck Institutes.
high-throughput acquisition pipeline for single particle investigations.
We wish to recruit a postdoctoral research fellow in cryo-EM to carry out an independent research project uti-
In its 78 institutes, the Max Planck
lizing this microscope platform. Integrated into the research environment of the department of Structural Biology
Society promotes basic research of the
the candidate should interact with the FEI R&D department to exploit the full potential of cryo-EM and to contri-
bute to further developments of this system. Candidates must have a PhD, preferably with postdoctoral experi-
highest international standards. Its
ence in physics, biophysics or engineering and experience in the field of transmission electron microscopy.
annual budget is 1.38 billion euros. Max
Understanding of the physics of imaging is mandatory. The candidate should have good team working skills, be
Planck scientists make groundbrea-
capable of analytical and innovative thinking, should be self motivated and should have a proven track record of
king discoveries and lay the foundati-
communicating complex technical problems. ons for new medical applications and
We are offering a 2 year fellowship in the department of molecular structural Biology and within FEI Company
materials of the future.
with the possibility of extension either in the scientific or in the industrial environment.
Ph.D. Position in focused ion beam milling for cryo-EM
(reference no. 40.07)
www.mpg.de
Additionally we are seeking for a motivated research assistant (Ph.D. student) to strengthen its experimental
research activities in the field of biological cryo-EM. The project will be about the exploration of focused-ion-
beam (FIB) milling for biological cryo-EM specimen preparation.
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The candidate will take part in all preparation, fabrication, characterization and measurement steps. Working in
a stimulating scientific environment, you will have the opportunity to utilize multidisciplinary approaches and to
develop multifaceted skills in biology, biophysics and physics. Candidates should have finished their graduate W117146R
studies in physics, biophysics, chemistry, biochemistry or engineering. The candidate should have good team
working skills, be capable of analytical and innovative thinking and should be self motivated. The initial appoint-
ment will be for two years with the possibility to extension. Remuneration will be in accordance with group 13/2
As an equal opportunity employer, the Max v
ember 200
Planck Society is committed to employing
TVöD (public service collective agreement).
more individuals with disabilities. We therefo-
Please send curriculum vitae and the names of three references to Wolfgang Baumeister
re actively encourage individuals with disabili-
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(reference no: 39.07 / 40.07), Max Planck Institute of Biochemistry, Department of Structural
ties to apply. We also seek to increase the per-
centage of female employees in areas where
Biology, Am Klopferspitz 18, 82152 Martinsried, Germany (
baumeist@biochem.mpg.de) or
they are under-represented. Qualified women
JOBS
Marc Storms (reference no.: 39.07), FEI Company, Achtseweg Noord 5, P.O. Box 80066 KA are therefore strongly encouraged to apply.
Eindhoven, The Netherlands (
Marc.Storms@fei.com) by December 31, 2007. Gabler
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