morphogenesis/structure formation in early Drosophila embryos, including polarisation and
formation of the plasma membrane, organisation and dynamics of the actin cytoskeleton and
microtubules and nuclear size, shape and position. In our experiments we employ various live
imaging techniques in combination with molecular and genetic approaches. Funding for two
postions is available:
1. Dynamics of cell contacts and function of actin in epithelial cell intercalation. This project is
part of a newly established DFG Forschergruppe ("Functional dynamics of cell contacts" ).
2. Molecular function and regulation of actin nucleators of the Formin family. This project is
part of the DFG priority programme (SPP "Function and evolution of actin nucleators")
The candidates should have a master/Diplom degree in biology or related subjects and should
be interested in performing a challenging research project as part of an international team and
within the Göttingen Graduate School (GGNB, www.ggnb.uni-goettingen.de), which provides a
structured educational programme for graduate students. Please contact or send your
application (CV, names of references, copies of certifcates) to Prof J Großhans,
jgrossh@gwdg.de, 0551-398242)