The Max Planck Society has recently established the Max Planck Institute for Biology of Ageing in Koeln, Germany, and I am starting a Department as a founding director of the new Institute. My laboratory studies the molecular genetics of ageing and developmental timing in the nematode Caenorhabditis elegans, a model genetic organism that has pioneered these areas of biology. We have also started related research projects in mice and human cell culture. Scientists at PhD and Post-doctoral levels are currently being recruited for my laboratory. Specific areas of research include:
- Endocrine regulation of longevity
- Developmental timing and control of stem cell fate
- Dietary restriction
- Small molecules, sensory transduction and ageing
- Mitochondrial biology and metabolism
- Neurodegenerative disease
The new Institute will be highly integrated and collaborative with the other Departments headed by Dr. Linda Partridge (biology of ageing) and Dr. Nils-Goran Larsson (mitochondrial biology). It will be centrally located on the campus of the University of Koeln and will be closely associated with the Uni-Koeln Center of Excellence Cluster on Aging, a newly established initiative headed by Dr. Jens Bruening (mouse insulin signaling). This will be an exciting opportunity to help forge what will become a leading institute for ageing research. Koeln is a dynamic and cultural city in the heart of Western Europe. Interested candidates should forward their CV, a cover letter outlining research interests, and 2-3 references to:
aantebi@bcm.edu
The Max Planck Society is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.