The Department of Human Genetics is looking for a post-doctoral researcher for its team investigating new therapeutic strategies for patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. The strategies use antisense oligoribonucleotides (AONs) to correct the genetic defect in the gene coding for dystrophin. The current projects aim to analyze the effect of this therapy in more detail and to further improve the efficacy of the therapy by investigating the possible synergistic effects of other therapeutic approaches applied in combination with the gene correction therapy.
We are seeking candidates with a PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related discipline and preferably a background in muscle physiology.

 

Mrs A.M. Aartsma-Rus, Department of Human Genetics, PO Box 9600, 2300 RC Leiden, The Netherlands
telephone +31 (0)71 526 94 36
a.m.rus(a)lumc.nl
www.dmd.nl/g

Mr P.A.C. ’t Hoen, Department of Human Genetics,PO Box 9600, 2300 RC Leiden,The Netherlands
telephone +31 (0)71 526 94 21
p.a.c.hoen(a)lumc.nl
www.dmd.nl/g

 

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the profile requirements, we would welcome your application. You may apply by letter or by e-mail to either Dr. Aartsma-Rus or Dr. ‘t Hoen.