PhD Student in Mutational Processes and Somatic Evolution | PhD Student in Mutational Processes Driving Somatic Evolution
Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum
Job Summary
This PhD position at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Munich offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fundamental mechanisms by which DNA damage drives mutational heterogeneity and contributes to cancer development and treatment resistance. The successful candidate will join Dr. Craig Anderson's newly established Cancer Systems Biology lab, utilizing molecular methods to analyze mutagenesis in cancer cells and applying advanced statistical and computational techniques to interpret data. This role is ideal for a highly capable and research-driven individual eager to contribute to cutting-edge cancer research, benefit from world-class training, and publish significant findings within a collaborative and supportive environment at a leading German research institute.
Required Skills
Education
Excellent MSc degree in cancer genetics, molecular biology, or similar
Experience
- Demonstrable experience in the use of CRISPR in mouse or human cells
- Laboratory experience
- Interest in developing bioinformatic skills
- Experience working collaboratively
Languages
Additional
- Proof of immunity against measles (due to Infection Protection Act regulations)
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