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Date: Tue, 22 May 2001 17:22:52 +0200
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Subject: Postdoc:Systems Biology (Analysis of Biological Regulatory Network
    Dynamics), Novartis, Vienna, Austria

Postdoctoral Scientist,
Systems Biology: Analysis of Biological Regulatory Network Dynamics

The  Institute:-  The  Novartis  Forschungsinstitut in Vienna, Austria is a
research centre of Novartis, one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in
the  world.  The Institute focuses on the discovery of drugs modulating the
immune  response  in  various  diseases.  Research  is  carried  out  in  a
stimulating   international   multidisciplinary  environment  where  highly
qualified  scientists  with complementary backgrounds work together towards
the common goal of developing innovative new drugs.

The  job:- We are currently seeking a young postdoctoral scientist who will
contribute  to  our  efforts  in  applying  systems  biology methodology to
pharmaceutical  research.  The  project will be focused on the analysis and
simulation  of  biological regulatory networks (signal transduction, intra-
and  intercellular  communication) using mathematical and statistical tools
from  control  theory  and  nonlinear dynamics. The position is for a fixed
3-year term.

The requirements:- The ideal candidate will have

ˇ    a recent PhD in chemistry, physics, biochemistry, or computer science;
ˇ    a very strong background in numerical mathematics (nonlinear
differential equations, sensitivity analysis), chaos theory and applied
statistics;
ˇ    experience in computer simulation of dynamical systems (both
deterministic and stochastic), in particular chemical kinetics simulations;
ˇ    excellent programming skills (preferably  C/C++, Java under UNIX) and
strong motivation to develop new software;
ˇ    very good command of English, the official company language;
ˇ    critical, independent, goal-oriented thinking.

The  compensation:-  We offer a competitive package in addition to generous
social security arrangements, plus financial help with relocation.

The  location:-  Situated  in  the  heart  of  Europe,  Vienna  provides an
extremely  high  standard of living due to its unique cultural heritage and
diversity  and  is consistently rated as one of the most pleasant cities on
the planet.

For    further    information    please    contact    Dr    András   Aszódi
).  Formal  applications  consisting of a
cover  letter,  curriculum vitae and list of publications should be sent to
Ms  Marion  Kala,  Personnel  Department, Novartis Forschungsinstitut GmbH,
Brunnerstrasse 59, A-1235 Vienna, Austria.

We are an equal opportunity employer.