Post-Doctoral Research Fellow (#VRPD01) : Mainz, Germany

Institute of Molecular Biology (IMB) is a Centre of Excellence for Life Sciences, funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation, and located in Mainz, Germany. Applications are invited for a postdoctoral researcher position in the laboratory of Dr. Vassilis Roukos (www.imb-mainz.de/research-at-imb/roukos). The successful applicant will contribute to internationally competitive research on identifying mechanisms that maintain genome stability. The group employs an interdisciplinary approach, combining molecular and cell biological methodologies, state-of-the-art high-throughput microscopy techniques, genomic methods and genetics to elucidate molecular and cellular mechanisms that preserve the genome integrity.

You will 
· Study mechanisms leading to the formation of oncogenic chromosome translocations
· Obtain training in high-throughput microscopy, epigenetics, DNA repair and relevant scientific fields
· Have access to all IMB Core Facilities 
· Collaborate with internal and external partners
· Work in close cooperation with a team of experimental, image analysis and computational researchers to facilitate novel discoveries

Required qualifications 
· PhD in Biology, Biotechnology or related areas 
· At least one first author paper in an international peer reviewed journal 
· Motivation to solve complex biological problems in the field of genome stability and maintenance and to productively work in an interdisciplinary environment
· Fluent in English with good writing skills
· Knowledge of analytical tools such as R/Matlab or prior experience with imaging related techniques is an advantage (but not a requirement)

We offer 
· The possibility to work on cutting-edge projects using state-of-the-art technology 
· A stimulating, diverse and international research environment 
· Advanced training opportunities 
· Career development 
· Competitive remuneration
· Highly motivated research team

Deadline for applications: 15th November 2015
Starting date: early 2016 or later; duration: Initially 2 years with option of further extension.