PhD Position in Medical Science

Project Description

The PhD student will investigate bacterial secreted effector molecules in host pathogenesis and their potential use in cancer therapy. This involves work with mammalian cell cultures, human intestinal organoids and Acanthamoeba castellanii as a model organism. We will use bacterial genetics, high-throughput imaging screening, biophysical/biochemical methods and advanced microscopy techniques. Anyone who is employed as a doctoral student must primarily devote himself to his own education. The project and the research environment will give the dedicated student the opportunity to train to become a first-class researcher. 

Qualifications

•Strong background in molecular biology
•Prior experience with laboratory techniques, including bacterial and mammalian cell culture handling, immunoblotting, and cell toxicity assays.
•Experience with Acanthamoeba castellanii as a model system for studying bacterial interactions would be considered advantageous.
•Additional merits include knowledge or basic skills in high throughput image screening, and data analysis.
•You should be highly motivated and able to work productively in a team as well as independently.
•Excellent communication skills for interacting effectively with senior colleagues and peers are required.
 

Application Details

For information about the application process and specific requirements, please refer to the official advertisement: https://umu.varbi.com/se/what:job/jobID:698639/

More about us: Visit our lab website https://sites.google.com/view/nadeemlab/home

If you have any questions about the advertised position, feel free to reach out to

Aftab Nadeem at aftab.nadeem@umu.se