-----Original Message----- From: bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi [mailto:bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi] On Behalf Of Anita Tienhaara Sent: 10. maaliskuuta 2009 11:49 To: FinBioNet@sender-02.it.helsinki.fi Subject: [Bco] 1-2 PhD positions available in the laboratory of Johannes NSpelbrink at the FinMIT Centre of Excellence

1-2 PhD positions are available in the laboratory of Johannes (Hans) N Spelbrink at the FinMIT Centre of Excellence at the Institute of Medical Technology in Tampere, Finland.

Our research focuses on various aspects of mammalian mitochondrial biology in particular mitochondrial DNA replication, repair and organization & the regulation of mitochondrial metabolism by post-translational modifications. Although research is basic in character we have a particular interest in proteins involved in human mitochondrial DNA maintenance disorders. Suitable candidates should have a demonstrable strong interest in molecular biology and/or protein biochemistry and should preferably have a completed MSc degree in a relevant research area. Candidates are expected to have good English language skills to be able to work in a highly international environment and be motivated to work in a very competitive research area.

Please send an expression of interest and CV with the names and contact information of two academic referees to Hans Spelbrink at hans dot spelbrink ´at`uta dot fi. For further information on these positions, contact by email or by telephone at:+358-(0)3-35518598. The closing date for application is April 1, 2009.

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