Tuesday, 05 March 2019 09:07

Ph.D. position Featured

Ph.D. position at RECETOX, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic

  • Title: Ph.D. position at RECETOX, Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic
  • Type: Full-Time
  • Field of research: Toxicology/Cosmetics
  • Company name: RECETOX, Masaryk University
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  • City: Brno
  • Country: Czech Republic
  • Company Website: www.recetox.muni-cz
  • Contact person: Dr. Iva Sovadinova; Dr. Pawel Babica
  • Contact email: sovadinova[at]recetox.muni.cz; biabica[at]recetox.muni.cz
  • Description:


    * Cell and Tissue Toxicology (secan.weebly.com) group at RECETOX, Masaryk University
    * Ph.D. studies in Environmental Health Sciences
    * Two Ph.D. topics in experimental in vitro toxicological research, focusing on:
       Topic #1: Imaging techniques for in vitro molecular and cellular toxicity (supervisor Dr. Sovadinova)
       Topic #2: 3-dimensional in vitro models (supervisor Dr. Babica)

  • Qualifications:


    Requirements

    * Complete M. Sc. or equivalent degree in biomedical, toxicological, pharmaceutical or related sciences
    * Solid background and experience in microscopic imaging, in vitro cell cultures and molecular biology is an advantage
    * Ability to work independently but as a team member
    * Good knowledge of English, both oral and written

    We offer

    * 4-year Ph. D. programme with financial support for 4-years
    * Excellent research infrastructure in a dynamically expanding university campus
    * Interdisciplinary scientific topics and projects
    * Professional and collaborative international environment
    * international mobility and internships
    * Tailored study plan & courses developing the transferable skills

  • How to apply:


    Required documents:
    * Curriculum vitae
    * Cover Letter explaining motivation and interest in obtaining the position
    * Two reference letters or contact information of at least two references

    Anticipated starting date: fall 2019 or the be agreed

    Application process:
    * Contact directly the future supervisor prior the March 31th, 2019:
       Dr. Iva Sovadinova for the topc #1: sovadinova[at]recetox.muni.cz
       Dr. Pawel Babica for the topic #2: biabica[at]recetox.muni.cz
    * Selected candidates will be interviewed to receive a recommendation letter for the standard Application for Study (more info http://www.recetox.muni.cz/index-en.php?pg=education-and-training-phd-positions)

    Further information about RECETOX is available at www.recetox.muni-cz and
    Facebook www.facebook.com/recetox/?ref=bookmarks
    * Masaryk University: www.muni.cz/en
    * Brno City: www2.brno.cz/index.php?lan=en&nav01=20608&nav02=20617

    www.secantox.weebly.cz