Senior Scientist, Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Student positions at the Danish Cancer Society Research Centre (DCRC)

The Cell Death and Metabolism Unit at the Danish Cancer Society Research Centre (DCRC) invites applications for senior scientist, postdoctoral fellow and PhD Student positions in a dynamic, international and competitive environment.  The positions are financed by a 5-year Advanced Grant from the European Research Council (ERC) for the project entitled  “Lysosomes as Targets for Cancer Therapy”. This research programme aims to reveal how cells maintain the integrity of lysosomal membranes and to identify drug targets and drugs that induce lysosomal membrane permeabilization specifically in cancer cells.

Senior Scientist

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated PhD or equivalent with ample postdoctoral experience and a strong publication record in one or more of the following areas of research:

• Lysosomes
• Lipids and Membranes
• Ion Channels
• Medicinal Chemistry
• Cell Death Pathways

Your qualifications will be assessed by an evaluation committee consisting of an overweight of external scientists. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview with an appointments committee composed by the Head of the Unit.

Postdoctoral Fellow

We are looking for a highly motivated scientist with a recent PhD degree in natural or life sciences or equivalent and broad experience in molecular and cell biology. Expertise in cancer research or research areas listed above will be an advantage.

PhD Student

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD Student with an excellent recent MSc degree in life sciences, MD degree or equivalent. The student will be enrolled in a graduate Programme on Molecular Mechanisms of Disease (MoMeD) under the Copenhagen Graduate School of Health and Medical Sciences.

We offer

We offer a high degree of scientific interaction and broad expertise in an internationally recognized research laboratory headed by Professor Marja Jäättelä, fully equipped laboratory space, access to state-of-the art equipment and animal facilities, supportive environment with IT and bioinformatics services, and a competitive salary with a range of benefits.

Working place

The DCRC is located in a recently renovated and modern campus close to Copenhagen City and well connected with relevant academic institutions, biotech companies and University  Hospitals in the Copenhagen area and close links with six other research units working in the Center. The DCRC is an international environment and the everyday working language is English. The working place is off course smoke-free. Additional information can be obtained directly from Marja Jäättelä, +45 3525 7318 or mj@cancer.dk.

Application

The application written in English should include a cover letter explaining the applicants’ motivations, Curriculum Vitae, list of publications, copies of relevant certificates/diplomas, and a minimum of two reference letters.

The application labelled ‘CDM-senior scientist’, ‘CDM-Postdoc’ or ‘CDM-PhD Student’ should be submitted via the electronic form at the Danish Cancer Society’s homepage:

• Go to the homepage: http://www.cancer.dk/job
• Click the link for the appropriate position at the Danish Cancer Society Research Center
• Click the link: Apply for position. Be sure to select the right position

Then enter your contact information and attachments. Please note that the attached document must be either Word (doc/docx) or Adobe (pdf)

Timeframe

The deadline for the applications is January 20, 2014. The positions are available as soon as possible.