Early Stage Researcher

To strengthen our team **in the Department for Health Sciences, Medicine and Research** the following position is to be filled:
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**Early Stage Researcher - PhD Student (M/F/d)**

**Your tasks**

The advertised position aims to investigate the influence of different culture conditions of mesenchymal stem cells in order to generate extracellular vesicles with ideal therapeutic features which can be applied to treat osteoarthritis in the future.

Performing experiments to evaluate the influence of cellular priming on the cartilage regeneration capability of extracellular vesicles in various models

Publishing research findings in international, peer-reviewed scientific journals

Presenting results at national and international conferences

Pursuing and submitting a dissertation in the PhD programme **"Regenerative Medicine"** at the University for Continuing Education

**Your profile**

Completed university studies (Master/Diploma) in the fields of biology, molecular biology, biochemistry or related fields

Experience in isolation and characterization of extracellular vesicles from various sources

Knowledge of basic cell culture and analysis methods (e.g. isolation of cells from tissues, expansion of cells, PCR, Histology, Western Blot)

Excellent knowledge in writing scientific texts

Excellent English language skills (min. B2)

Ability to work independently

Teamwork skills

**Your perspective**

Part-time position (30 hours/week), initially limited to 3 years, with a minimum salary of EUR 3,578.80 gross per month on a full-time basis, classification as a scientific project staff member according to Kollektivvertrag der Universitäten (collective agreement of universities) -49 VwGr. B1

Innovative and modern working environment at the Campus Krems

Possibility of home office and mobile working (max. 42% of working hours)

Very good opportunities for further education within the framework of our own study programs, extensive offer of workplace health promotion as well as the University Sports Institute (USI)

The University of Continuing Education Krems sees high innovation potential in the diversity of its employees and is committed to diversity as a guiding principle.
- Cover letter (max. two pages)
- Curriculum Vitae
- Degrees and transcripts

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