PhD position in transposon biology and evolution

A PhD position in “Germ line regulation of Transposons in the model system Drosophila” is available in the group of Wolfgang J. Miller at the Medical University of Vienna (Department of Cell and Developmental Biology, Lab Genome Dynamics), Vienna, Austria. The PhD position is funded for at least three years, and an extension of the contract is very likely.

This research project is funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF) in close collaboration with two labs in Paris (Univ. Sorbonne and Saclay), France, and will focus on the regulatory and evolutionary dynamics of P-element transposons in different Drosophila species with emphasis on neotropical fruit flies from nature to better understand the genetic and epigenetic mechanisms of homeostatic interactions between an ancestral host and their potentially active mobile DNAs.

We are seeking a highly talented, independent, hard-working and self-motivated young biologist with excellent social skills. The successful candidate needs to have a strong background in genetics, molecular and cellular biology, preferentially in the Drosophila system. Some background in population and evolutionary biology, genomics, and/or microbiology would be ideal, but is not required. The working language in the laboratory is English, so the candidate should be proficient in spoken and written English. The initial appointment will be made for one year, with a possible extension to up to three years. The position is available from February 2025.

To apply, please send a single pdf file including: (1) a cover letter explaining why you would like to join our group, (2) your Curriculum Vitae (including a description of your skills), (3) your publication list, (4) a statement of research interests, and (5) contact details for 2-3 references who are willing to write a reference letter on your behalf to the following e-mail address:              wolfgang.miller@meduniwien.ac.at

For further information see: https://anatomie-zellbiologie.meduniwien.ac.at/unsere-abteilungen/abteilung-fuer-zell-und-entwicklungsbiologie/arbeitsgruppen/wolfgang-miller/

Application Deadline: November 30, 2024