Research Group Leader position in Neurogenetics

Type of job: full-time

CEITEC at the Masaryk University Brno seeks to appoint a senior-level scientist as a research Group Leader of a new RG Neurogenetics, Brain and Mind Research Programme.

Ideal candidate should employ multi-disciplinary approach making use of the expertise and equipment within Research Programs of CEITEC Brain and Mind Research / Molecular Medicine, have a strong background in neurosciences and ability to bridge molecular biology, neurology/psychiatry and genetics.

Successful candidates must hold a PhD degree in a relevant field and are expected to have an independent and internationally competitive research profile and to attract external funding. A competitive start-up package will be offered.

The research should focus on identification and characterization of gene function relevant to neurological disease at the level of cells or organisms. Linking disrupted gene function as a contributor or a leading cause of disease state, with the interest to uncover novel mechanisms of disease, is highly welcome.

The RG will benefit from excellent working conditions at CEITEC and have access to multidisciplinary expertise and state-of-the-art technological facilities comprised.

CEITEC (http://www.ceitec.eu/) is a scientific center in the fields of life sciences, advanced materials and technologies whose aim is to establish itself as a recognized center for basic as well as applied research. This recently formed organization strives to use best practices in conducting scientific research, as well as administrative oversight of the project.

Further information about the positions can be obtained from the RP Coordinator:

Prof. MUDr. Ivan Rektor, CSc. ivan.rektor@ceitec.muni.cz

As an equal opportunity employer, CEITEC is committed to employing individuals irrespective of age, nationality or gender. Applications should be sent as a single pdf file by e-mail to recruitment@ceitec.muni.cz. Please include your CV, the names and email addresses of three academic referees, and statements of previous research achievements and future research goals (no more than two A4 pages for each). Please quote Group Leader in the subject line. Interviews will be held in Brno, Czech Republic.

Applications should be received by February 28, 2014.

Contact:
Prof. MUDr. Ivan Rektor, CSc

E-mail:
recruitment@ceitec.muni.cz

WWW:
http://www.muni.cz/general/employment_offers/14568v

Updated: 20.2.2014