The Institute of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine (IBMM) of the University of Bern in Switzerland invites
applications from outstanding candidates wishing to start their independent research program and who are
looking for a host institute in order to apply in Spring 2023 (tentatively February 1st, 2023) for a Fellowship/Grant at the SNSF. Fellows will be appointed as non-tenure track Assistant Professors at the University
of Bern.
The https://www.ibmm.unibe.chis an interdisciplinary institute focusing on the function, structure and pharmacology of membrane proteins such as transporters, ion channels and membrane receptors, with a strong emphasis on their pathophysiological roles in human diseases. To this aim, we combine expertise in biochemistry, chemical synthesis, chemical biology/analytics, electrophysiology, biophysics, molecular biology, cell biology and structural biology. In addition, human ex vivo and genetically modified mouse models are employed to study membrane proteins in different diseases, e.g., cancer, cardiac disorders, preeclampsia and neuropsychiatric disorders. The IBMM is the leading house of the National Centre of Competence in Research (NCCR) TransCure (https://www.nccr-transcure.ch).
Your Profile
Strong interest, expertise and research project in the field of membrane biology You fulfill the eligibility criteria for the respective SNSF instrument https://www.snf.ch
Selection Procedure
Applications from candidates will be evaluated by the Principal Investigators of the IBMM. The selected applicants will be invited for an oral presentation and to discuss their research ideas with us.
Your Benefits
The IBMM will provide the selected candidate with an invitation letter, laboratory space and access to shared facilities, as well as administrative support.
Please submit your application until October 17, 2022, by email to info@ibmm.unibe.ch as a single PDF file including a short motivation letter, CV, list of publications, two references and a two-page summary of past, current and future research. Please only apply to this call if you fulfill the requirements requested by the SNSF. The IBMM of the University of Bern is an equal opportunity employer and women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Please apply via recruiter’s website.
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