Indep. Jun. Res. Group Leader, "Molecular Basis of Structural andFunctional Barriers in the Skin", Cologne/Germany

["Dagmar M. Meyer" <dmeyer@DROPMEmariecurie.org>]

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TYPE OF NEWS:     Job vacancies
STATUS:           News (official)
TITLE:            Vacancy: Independent Junior Research Group Leader
ABSTRACT:         The Collaborative Research Center 589 "Molecular Basis
of Structural and Functional Barriers in the Skin" at the University of
Cologne advertises a position as Independent Junior Research Group Leader
(BAT Ia).

We are searching for a highly qualified younger scientist with research
interests in the area of: Cell-Cell and Cell-Matrix Interactions in the
Skin. The research projects may concern interactions involved in the
skin's defense function, concentrating on host tissue (cells, receptors,
ECM) interplay with infectious agents (bacteria, viruses) and/or tumour
cells.

We expect a relevant postdoctoral research experience and the ability to
independently lead a research group. The Indepent Junior Research Group
will be integrated into the Coordinated Research Center (for more
information see http://www.sfb589.uni-koeln.de) and located in one of the
participating institutes where appropriate space and infrastructure will
be available. The Independent Research Group is planned for a duration of
up to 5 years and will allow independent research within a cooperative
network. Funds will be available for salaries for the group leader,
scientific staff and technical assistance.

Applications are invited from candidates who obtained their doctorate
within the last 6 years. The selection process will be by peer review and
include a scientific presentation by the candidates. Applications should
include a short statement of research plans, a curriculum vitae and a list
of publications.

For further details refer to the DFG form 60.5 e (http://www.dfg.de).

Applications should be sent not later than April 24, 2005 to:

Prof. Thomas Krieg
Dept. of Dermatology
University of Cologne
Kerpener Str. 62
D-50931 Cologne
Germany