PhD position, Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN) on the Biology of Ageing
Date Posted Wednesday, 10 October 2012
Location Heraklion, Crete, Greece
Institute Information Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas
N. Plastira 100
Vassilika Vouton
Heraklion, 70013
Website: http://www.elegans.gr/
Job Description The PhD candidate will be part of a Marie Curie Initial Training Network (ITN) that focuses on the basic biology of ageing. Emphasis is placed on how maintenance of genomic integrity in self-renewing tissues is preserved under different metabolic rates. The key aim of this training program is the elucidation of the molecular pathway by which intrinsic genomic integrity can be modified by the extrinsic rate of metabolism. PhD candidates will become involved in studies addressing the role of mitochondrial biogenesis and function in ageing and senescent decline using model organisms such as Caenorhabditis elegans, cultured mammalian cells and mice. Specific activities include the proteomic analysis of mitochondria isolated from young versus aged animals, the assessment of the efficiency of mitochondrial protein import mechanisms in young vs. aged animals, and the investigation of the cause-and-effect relationship between mitochondrial protein translocation and ageing.
Qualification We invite applications from highly motivated and outstanding students with a background in molecular biology, genetics, cell biology and biological imaging. The following qualifications are also a plus: Master’s in life sciences or equivalent degree, excellent writing and communication skills in English, a strong focus on results, respecting deadlines, and taking initiatives.
Compensation Standard Marie Curie ITN stipend, before tax according to the regulations of the host Institution.
How to Apply To apply, please forward by email the curriculum vitae, a motivation letter and university certificates to the address shown below. Two letters of recommendation should also be sent directly by referees.

Prof. Nektarios Tavernarakis
Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Foundation for Research and Technology-Hellas
N. Plastira 100, Vassilika Vouton, PO Box 1385, Heraklion 70013, Crete, GREECE
tel: +30 2810 391066 | fax: +30 2810 391067, eMail: tavernarakis@imbb.forth.gr & lab@elegans.gr
Application deadline 15 December 2012
Supervisor/ Principal Investigator Nektarios Tavernarakis
Contact Info Mrs. Angela Pasparaki
Contact Phone: +30 2810 391064
Contact Email: lab@elegans.gr
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