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PhD position in the Institute of Physiology, University of Zürich – Endocrine control of phosphate balance
The concentration of phosphate in blood is tightly controlled to avoid the consequences of hypo- and hyperphosphatemia. The project dissects the role of endocrine factors in the acute defence against phosphate overload.
Methodology Several methodological approaches will be combined to dissect the regulation of this network. We will use various transgenic mouse lines applying deep phenotyping and cell culture applying immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy to address the interactions between hormones and their impact on renal control of phosphate balance. All required methods are established and our group has a long tradition in the study of epithelial transport. For further information, see:
http://www.physiol.uzh.ch/en/research/institutegroups/Acidbasetransport.html or pubmed (“Wagner-ca”)
Qualification: We are looking for highly motivated students, holding a Master degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or equivalent. Knowledge in the area of (human) physiology is a plus. Acceptance into one of the PhD programs at the faculty of Sciences is required and is subject to the full recognition of the Master degree by the University of Zurich (http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.uzh.ch). The student will be enrolled in the Integrative Molecular Medicine PhD program in the Life Science Zurich Graduate School. This is a multidisciplinary program that lasts for 3 years and offers graduate courses, retreats and symposia.
Candidates should be fluent in written and spoken English.
Methodology Several methodological approaches will be combined to dissect the regulation of this network. We will use various transgenic mouse lines applying deep phenotyping and cell culture applying immunohistochemistry and confocal microscopy to address the interactions between hormones and their impact on renal control of phosphate balance. All required methods are established and our group has a long tradition in the study of epithelial transport. For further information, see: http://www.physiol.uzh.ch/en/research/institutegroups/Acidbasetransport.html or pubmed (“Wagner-ca”)
Qualification: We are looking for highly motivated students, holding a Master degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry or equivalent. Knowledge in the area of (human) physiology is a plus. Acceptance into one of the PhD programs at the faculty of Sciences is required and is subject to the full recognition of the Master degree by the University of Zurich (http://www.lifescience-graduateschool.uzh.ch). The student will be enrolled in the Integrative Molecular Medicine PhD program in the Life Science Zurich Graduate School. This is a multidisciplinary program that lasts for 3 years and offers graduate courses, retreats and symposia. Candidates should be fluent in written and spoken English.
Prof. Dr. med. Carsten A. Wagner
Institute of Physiology
University of Zurich
Winterthurerstrasse 190
CH-8057 Zurich
Switzerland
Email: Wagnerca@access.uzh.ch
Prof. Dr. med. Carsten A. Wagner Institute of Physiology University of Zurich Winterthurerstrasse 190 CH-8057 Zurich Switzerland Email: Wagnerca@access.uzh.ch