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)