Professor of Exercise Physiology : Zurich, Switzerland

Via www.naturejobs.com. The new Department of Health Sciences and Technology at ETH Zurich (http://www.hest.ethz.ch) invites applications for a Professorship in Exercise Physiology. Exercise physiology studies acute responses and chronic adaptations of the organism to physical activity under various conditions. A critical question in this context is how the musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory systems interact through neural and endocrine mechanisms. This also includes mechanisms by which muscular functions can be tuned to prevent diseases and reduce or even reverse their progression.

The successful candidate is expected to establish an interdisciplinary research group focused on exercise physiology. Specific research topics may vary within this field, but the research should follow a systemic, integrative approach, comprising all levels of scientific analysis, from the molecular through the cellular to the whole body. Beside a formal education in physiology, biology or a closely related discipline, the candidate should have a proven track record in molecular and cellular techniques.

Details on how to apply for this post can be found on the website below. The closing date for applications is 31 May 2011. With a view towards increasing the number of female professors, ETH Zurich specifically encourages qualified female candidates to apply.

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