PhD positions in molecular biology, Vienna, Austria

Via http://ec.europa.eu/euraxess. Two PhD positions in molecular biology are available in the group of Prof. Heinrich Kovar at St. Anna Children´s Cancer Research Institute in Vienna, Austria to study Ewing sarcoma, an aggressive malignant bone tumor in children and young adults.

The successful applicant will join a highly experienced team of experts in molecular oncology and will have the opportunity to gain skills in a wide spectrum of techniques and to collaborate with international research teams. Candidates should hold a Master's degree or equivalent in molecular life sciences. A strong background in genetics, cellular and molecular biology and experience in basic molecular biological techniques are required. Independent, responsible and team-oriented candidates with excellent communication skills in spoken and written English are sought.

The positions are for a three-year contract. The gross monthly salary amounts to EUR 1,933.30 (EUR 27.066,20 a year, according to the FWF guidelines) and includes health insurance and social benefits. One position is available immediately, the other starting from November 2012. To apply for either post, please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae and two contacts for references as email attachments to Prof. Heinrich Kovar at: [email protected] by 15 October 2012.

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