Ph.D. Position in Molecular & Cellular Biology (Alzheimer's), EPFL, Switzerland
The EPFL and the Brain Mind Institute are seeking an outstanding and highly motivated PhD student for a project with focus on the regulatory mechanisms of γ-secretase, an intramembrane-cleaving protease directly implicated in Alzheimers Disease as it releases the neurotoxic amyloid β-peptide (Aβ) from its large precursor (APP).
Requirements:
Candidates must have a strong background in Molecular and Cellular Biology and Biochemistry.
The successful candidate should also possess a high degree of motivation and creativity, excellent written and verbal communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work in a team environment and interact with a multi-disciplinary team of scientists.
Application:
Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interest and names of three references to:
Dr. Patrick Fraering
Laboratory of Molecular and Cellular Biology of Alzheimers Disease
EPFL
Building AAB - Office AAB 015
Station 15
CH-1015 Lausanne
Switzerland
or e-mail to: Patrick.fraeringatepfl.ch Phone: 41.21.693.96.51 Fax: 41.21.693.95.72