PhD Student in Cellular Neuroscience

3 weken geleden

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Nederland Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Voltijd
Job Title: PhD Student in Cellular Neuroscience

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join our research group at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. The successful candidate will work on a project focused on deciphering how mRNAs are captured at specific subcellular locations to support local translation in neurons.

About the Project

The project aims to investigate the mechanisms that ensure the correct localization, capture, and translation of mRNAs in neurons. This is a critical aspect of brain function, as dysregulation of mRNA localization is increasingly emerging as a pathological event in neurological diseases such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Responsibilities
  • Investigate and control the dynamics of organelles and mRNAs using novel genetic and imaging tools with live-cell and super-resolution imaging in cultured rodent neurons and human iPSC-derived neurons
  • Perform proximity proteomics to identify novel proteins involved in organelle-mRNA interactions
  • Publishing analyses in peer-reviewed journals and provide progress reports to funding sources
  • Contributing to teaching activities (~10% of your time), including supervision of BSc and/or MSc students during internships
  • Presenting your work to the international research community
Requirements
  • A Master degree in life sciences, biomedical sciences, or biophysics with neuroscience specialization
  • Hands-on experience with molecular and cellular neuroscience, especially the methods and/or models listed above
  • Hands-on experience with imaging and/or bioinformatics is an advantage
  • You are fluent in English (written and spoken) and have good communication skills
About the University

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a research university with a strong focus on education and research. We are committed to creating an inclusive community that values diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all. Our faculty is home to over 11,000 students and 1,600 professionals, and we offer a wide range of study programs and research opportunities.

What We Offer
  • A salary of € 2.872,00 (PhD) and maximum € 3.670,00 (PhD) gross per month in the fourth year, for a full-time employment
  • An employment contract of initially 1 year. If there is sufficient perspective, this will be extended to a total of 4 years. Your dissertation at the end of the fourth year forms the end of your employment contract

We also offer attractive fringe benefits and arrangements, including an 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus, and a contribution to commuting expenses.

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