Doctoral Researcher (f/m/d) - Pharmacology

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Part-Time Suitability:

The position is suitable for part-time employment.

Job description:Area of research:

Project title: PK/PD characterization of broad-spectrum antivirals for pandemic preparedness

Project description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the investigation of novel lead compounds with broad-spectrum antiviral activity. The cellular and molecular mechanism of action and the pharmacological properties of small-molecule as well as PROTACs will be studied by a combination of virological, biochemical, chemoproteomic  and in silico modelling techniques, in close collaboration with other disciplines of the international network. A part of the work will be performed in biosafety level 3 laboratories on the campus.

We offer:

• Modern laboratories, including S3 unit
• State-of-the-art analytical instrumentation
• Ample biological profiling platforms (in vitro and in vivo)
• A lively scientific community
• 30 days vacation, (24.12. & 31.12. are considered as completely free days)
• An annual additional payment (Weihnachtsgeld) analogue to § 20 TVöD
• Social security included
• Flexible working hours and workplace design
• DO IT- PhD initiative www.helmholtz-hzi.de/de/karriere/do-it-doktorandeninitiative
• a corporate culture of appreciation and promotion of equal opportunities
• Welcome Office
• Buddy System for new doctoral researchers
• Family Office, Child Holiday Care

The successful candidate will be integrated in the HZI International Graduate School for Infection Research (GS-FIRE) which provides an innovative structured PhD programme within the field of Infection Research www.helmholtz-hzi.de/de/karriere/graduiertenschule/curriculum/.

Prerequisite:

Qualifications:

• Master´s Degree/Diploma (or equivalent) in cell biology, biochemistry, virology, pharmaceutical sciences or related disciplines
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• Ability to work independently and as part of an international team
• Highly motivated to develop scientific skills
• First experiences with independent planning of experimental methods (molecular biology, biochemistry and bioanalytics) are required
• Expertise in virology and/or PK modelling is considered an advantage.

People with severe disabilities and equivalent professional qualifications who are suitable for the position are given preference. The HZI strives for professional equality between women and men. The position is suitable for part-time work.

Salary:alike TVöD (Bund) E13 (65%)

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.