Postdoc Position and PhD Position in Computational Biophysics / 
Computational Biology

Biology Department, University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany


PhD and Postdoc positions are offered by the Computational Biology Group at 
the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg. Work of the group is focused on the 
prediction of structure, function and (nano)dynamics of membranes and 
proteins.
 
Projects involves the study of protein-lipid interactions on the atomic 
scale, using the method of molecular dynamics simulations. Of specific 
interest are the action of anesthetics, pore formation in membranes by 
external electric fields (e.g. 'electroporation'), and phase transitions 
in biological membranes and their role in the function of membrane 
proteins. Addressed questions cover for example: How do peptides and 
proteins interact with the membrane? Can we predict fusion, budding, 
fission properties? How is transport along and through membranes 
achieved? 
 
Candidates for the Postdoc position must hold a doctoral degree in 
physics or in chemistry and should have a strong background in membrane 
biophysics. PhD applicants should have successfully completed their 
Masters or Diploma degree in physics or theoretical (bio)chemistry, be 
strongly motivated and team-oriented. Experience in 'Molecular Modeling' 
or structural biology is of advantage. PhD fellowships are limited to 
three years. The Postdoc position may be extended for up to five years. 

Interested candidates should send their application letter including a CV 
(with the names of one or two people who would be willing to send a 
letter of recommendation) by email (preferably one pdf file) to:  
 
Prof. Dr. Rainer Boeckmann 
Computational Biology
University Erlangen-Nuremberg
Erwin-Rommel-Str. 3
D-91058 Erlangen, Germany

email: rboeckma[-]biologie.uni-erlangen.de 
web:   www.bioinf.uni-sb.de/RB