Tenure Track Professor of Neuronal Energy Metabolism

at  Medical University Graz

Kennzahl: LS-MBBC-2024-002695
Bewerbungsfrist: 25.04.2024
We are looking for an excellent researcher with great potential to develop an internationally competitive research agenda in the field of molecular biology and biochemistry. The successful candidate is expected to conduct research and teach in the field of molecular biology and biochemistry with a focus on neuronal energy metabolism. The new position will complement the research activities of the Division of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at the Gottfried Schatz Research Center Graz. The initial appointment is limited to six years. After the conclusion of a qualification agreement, the career advancement goal is to transfer to a tenured position as an associate professor (tenure track professor pursuant to § 99 para. 5 and 6 of the Universities Act). If the candidate demonstrates outstanding and remarkable achievements, the qualification agreement may be fulfilled more quickly.

Ihre Aufgaben in dieser Position beinhalten:

• Conducting cutting-edge research in the field of molecular biology and biochemistry with a focus on neuronal energy metabolism and synapse regulation/metabolism
• Collaborating on related research projects in the division
• Establishing and leading an internationally recognized research group
• Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, supervising diploma and PhD students and mentoring and promoting young researchers
• Acquiring third-party funding
• Writing and publishing high-quality scientific papers in reputable journals
• Establishing and maintaining local, national and international research collaborations
• Actively participating in the organization and management of the Division of Molecular Biology and Biochemistry including matters related to teaching

Für diese Position bringen Sie folgende Qualifikationen und Kenntnisse mit:

• PhD or MD/PhD or equivalent doctoral degree in molecular biology/biochemistry or a related field
• Ability to isolate and culture primary neurons and experience in measuring synaptic vesicle recycling and subcellular metabolism using genetically encoded biosensors
• Proven track record of high-impact publications and peer-reviewed research grants or other third-party funding as a lead or principal investigator
• Postdoctoral research fellowship abroad or at a different institution than where the PhD was completed (at least 12 months)
• High level of proficiency in both written and spoken English (equivalent to proficiency level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) and strong willingness to learn German within 2 years

Idealerweise zählen zu Ihrem Profil:

• Experience working with pancreatic beta cells and ability to prepare in situ pancreatic organ slices and to perform microscopic experiments with genetically encoded biosensors
• Willingness to cooperate on related research projects in the division and ability to work in a team
• Outstanding level of motivation
• Systematic and analytical mindset, excellent organizational skills
• Responsible work habits, resilience and problem-solving skills

Eintrittsdatum: 01.08.2024
initially limited to 6 years; becoming a tenured position when the qualification agreement is met
Beschäftigungsausmaß: 100%
Einstufung in die Verwendungsgruppe A2 nach Kollektivvertrag für ArbeitnehmerInnen der Universitäten.
Application: The Medical University of Graz invites all applicants to submit their application online by 25 April 2024.
Statutory information: The minimum remuneration is based on the collective agreement for university employees (KV § 49.2).

Please refer the Job description for details