Professorship in paediatric neurooncology, Heidelberg, Germany

Via www.naturejobs.com. The position of Professor in Paediatric Neurooncology is available at the German Cancer Research Centre (DKFZ) in cooperation with the Faculty of Medicine at the Heidelberg University, Germany. The successful candidate will be appointed Head of Department for Paediatric Neurooncology at the DKFZ, and the recruitment is associated with the status of a civil servant.

The scientific focus of this professorship is intended to be the investigation of new molecular diagnostic tools and targeted therapies for childhood brain tumours as well as the identification of molecular pathomechanisms on the basis of integrative genome research. Candidates should have a postdoctoral lecture qualification or equivalent scientific achievement as well as an MD degree and a clinical education with the main focus on paediatric oncology, and several years of experience in the mentoring of research groups. Experience in sequencing data and preclinical test systems documented by high-ranking peer reviewed publications would be welcome. An education in paediatrics and adolescent medicine would be an advantage.

The closing date for applications is 30 November 2012. Click on the link below for further information and details of how to apply.

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