Lipid metabolism is tightly regulated both at the cellular as well as whole-organism level. This regulation ensures that the level of lipids does not increase to toxic levels and that they are available at sufficient amounts for processes requiring them. Disruption of this balance is at the center of several pathological conditions in humans, most notably cardiovascular disease.

Our group is broadly interested in the transcriptional and post-transcriptional regulation of lipid and energy metabolism and the specific role of the ubiquitin system herein (e.g Zelcer et al., Science 2009; Zelcer et al. MCB 2014; Sharpe et al. TIBS 2014; Loregger et al. MCB 2015; Nelson et al. Circ Res 2016; Loregger et al. ATVB 2017). We have recently identified several novel components of the ubiquitin proteasomal system that are involved in regulating key lipid-dependent cellular processes. As such, the central goal of this ERC-supported project is to elucidate the role of these genes in lipid metabolism and atherosclerosis at the mechanistic level as well as in vivo in mice.

As part of this ERC project we have developed several new conditional mouse models of E3 ubiquitin ligases implicated in lipid and energy metabolism. We are looking for a highly-motivated scientist with a PhD in Medical Biology, Life Sciences, Biochemistry or a related field with a proven track record and affinity for conducting (metabolic) studies in mice. The candidate should have good command of oral and written English. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within an international research group are essential. The appointment will be initially for 2 years with ample possibility for extension.

We offer a fulltime position for a period of 2 years, with ample possibility for extension. The salary is in accordance with CAO-UMC and will start from scale 10 and is commensurate with qualifications and experience minimum € 2,659 and maximum €4,216. In addition, payment includes a holiday allowance of 8%, a year-end bonus of 8.3% of the gross annual salary, compensation of travel expenses as well as free parking. You will be employed by AMC Medical Research BV.

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The Zelcer group is located in the Department of Medical Biochemistry. Additional information on our research and group can be found on our website: http://www.zelcerlab.eu/