Job description
Within the 5-member team, the PhD student will study the hemagglutinin (HA) protein of influenza virus. Virus infection starts with attachment of virus particles to target cells which, in the case of influenza virus, involves the HA protein that binds to sialic acid (SA) molecules on the cell surface. Both influenza HA and sialic acids exist in several, for the sialic acids even in multiple, variants. Goal of this project is to determine the functional interaction partners of HA molecules from different influenza viruses in relevant animal species and to thereby gain insight in differences in susceptibility and pathogenesis between these animal species due to differences at the level of HA-receptor interaction.
Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate with an MSc degree in biology, biomedical or biomolecular sciences and a strong motivation for fundamental scientific research. The ideal candidate has experience in molecular and cell culture techniques and a keen interest in protein expression and glycobiology.
Terms of employment
Appointment as a PhD-researcher is for a period of 4 years (full time) and should lead to a dissertation. The salary will range from € 1,956.- (first year) before tax up to a maximum of € 2,502.- (final year) per month (scale P of the Dutch Universities Conditions of Employment).
In addition, Utrecht University offers outstanding secondary benefits in general, including e.g. a pension scheme and flexible employment conditions. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year-end bonus of 3% per year.
Further details
Additional information can be obtained from prof. Dr. P.J.M. Rottier, p.j.m.rottier@vet.uu.nl or Dr. C.A.M. de Haan, c.a.m.dehaan@vet.uu.nl.
How to apply
Applications, including a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and names and addresses of two references, should be sent before August 15th 2007 under the heading vacancy number 70804 to the personnel department of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, attn. Mrs F. Molkenboer, by e-mail to vacatures1@vet.uu.nl.
Please state where you first saw the job advertised.
Within the 5-member team, the PhD student will study the hemagglutinin (HA) protein of influenza virus. Virus infection starts with attachment of virus particles to target cells which, in the case of influenza virus, involves the HA protein that binds to sialic acid (SA) molecules on the cell surface. Both influenza HA and sialic acids exist in several, for the sialic acids even in multiple, variants. Goal of this project is to determine the functional interaction partners of HA molecules from different influenza viruses in relevant animal species and to thereby gain insight in differences in susceptibility and pathogenesis between these animal species due to differences at the level of HA-receptor interaction.
Qualifications
We are seeking a candidate with an MSc degree in biology, biomedical or biomolecular sciences and a strong motivation for fundamental scientific research. The ideal candidate has experience in molecular and cell culture techniques and a keen interest in protein expression and glycobiology.
Terms of employment
Appointment as a PhD-researcher is for a period of 4 years (full time) and should lead to a dissertation. The salary will range from € 1,956.- (first year) before tax up to a maximum of € 2,502.- (final year) per month (scale P of the Dutch Universities Conditions of Employment).
In addition, Utrecht University offers outstanding secondary benefits in general, including e.g. a pension scheme and flexible employment conditions. Salaries are supplemented with a holiday bonus of 8% and a year-end bonus of 3% per year.
Further details
Additional information can be obtained from prof. Dr. P.J.M. Rottier, p.j.m.rottier@vet.uu.nl or Dr. C.A.M. de Haan, c.a.m.dehaan@vet.uu.nl.
How to apply
Applications, including a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae and names and addresses of two references, should be sent before August 15th 2007 under the heading vacancy number 70804 to the personnel department of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, attn. Mrs F. Molkenboer, by e-mail to vacatures1@vet.uu.nl.
Please state where you first saw the job advertised.
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