Project Scientist in Beta Cell Biology

vor 2 Wochen


Wien, Österreich CeMM Vollzeit

CeMM, the Research Center for Molecular Medicine of the Austrian Academy of Sciences is an international, independent and interdisciplinary research institution located at the Campus of the Vienna General Hospital and Medical University of Vienna.

The Kubicek laboratory at CeMM is looking for a

Project Scientist in Beta Cell Biology (M/F/d)

Your tasks
- Conducting a JDRF-funded research project characterizing epigenetic plasticity in pancreatic alpha and beta cells.
- Cultivation of pancreatic endocrine cell lines and primary human pancreatic islets
- Performing functional genomics perturbations in pancreatic cell types
- Developing and implementing assays for cell type identity
- Designing and testing small molecules in chemical biology experiments
- Epigenomic characterization of pancreatic endocrine cells
- Data analysis and integration
- Project presentations at internal and external meetings

**Profile**:

- PhD. in biochemistry, molecular biology or a related field
- Experience in beta cell biology, chemical biology, or epigenetics considered a plus
- High accuracy and reliability
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

The Kubicek Lab

The Kubicek laboratory is working on the role of chromatin in the definition of cell types and cell states, and the use of chemistry to modulate epigenetic states. In JDRF funded projects, we are studying the role of the transcription factor ARX and of protein mannosylation on pancreatic alpha cell identity.

About the Institute

We offer
- Work within an experienced, interdisciplinary, and international team at one of Austria’s leading research institutes
- Ample opportunities to contribute and gain experience in a key area of biomedical research and precision medicine
- An inspiring workplace with an international setting, strong team spirit, and an excellent work climate
- A wide range of social, cultural, and sports activities organized by the institute
- Excellent employee benefits including full insurance coverage (health, accident, retirement), health care services, subsidized cafeteria
- Minimum monthly gross salary of EUR 4.752,30 paid out 14 times yearly (following the recommendations of FWF)
- Support for relocating to Vienna is provided (relocation reimbursement, visa support, etc.)


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