Project Assistant - Ph.D. Candidate (m/f/d)

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Your Responsibilities Working on the FWF research project “METABOLIC-SWITCH for ferroptosis suppression” ( https://www.fwf.ac.at/en/research-radar/10.55776/PAT3281825 ), which investigates novel strategies to inhibit ferroptosis in degenerative diseases. The focus is on elucidating molecular mechanisms of ferroptosis, identifying novel therapeutic targets, and generating and analyzing multiomics datasets Interdisciplinary research on ferroptosis and metabolic regulation using bioanalytical, cell biological, and molecular pharmacological techniques Writing scientific publications Preparation of a project-related dissertation in the field of pharmacognosy Guidance and supervision of students in research activities Active participation in conferences, workshops, and training events Contribution to science communication activities within the scope of the project Assistance with organizational and administrative tasks and evaluation measures Your Profile Completed diploma or master's degree in pharmacy, biochemistry, molecular medicine, biology, or related subjects Basic knowledge of analytics, cell biology, signal transduction, and molecular pharmacology, ideally with a focus on redox biology Practical experience with standard biochemical and cell biology techniques (cell culture, WB, IF, qPCR, FACS) is optional is an advantage, chromatographic (HPLC) and mass spectrometric methods (LC-MS/MS) experience is optional Very good written and spoken English skills Very good IT skills (MS Office, data visualization, statistics programs) High motivation, team and communication skills, ability to work independently We Offer Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow. Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself. Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together. Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal". Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issues, we offer a working environment in which diversity and inclusion are lived. Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also through the offers for the compatibility of family and career. We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 52,865.40 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible. Equality Principle The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. We welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position. Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position. Application Documents The following documents are required for a complete application: Letter of motivation and academic CV Complete proof of completion of the degree program required in the call for applications Proof of the language skills, required in the curriculum, if the doctoral program is not completed in the first language. About us At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers take on the major challenges of society and share their knowledge. We work for tomorrow. Be part of it! Contact Solveigh Koeberle ( solveigh.koeberle@uni-graz.at )