DESCRIPTION

Subject: Dynamical modeling of gene regulation networks

The focus will be on the mathematical modeling of the time evolution of gene expression levels across the cell cycles or across the development stages of the host organisms, on the basis of available experimental data such as DNA microarray time series. Particular attention will be paid to the analysis of network modifications due to illnesses (e.g. cancer) or external stimuli.

This project is within the framework of Modeling, optimization and control of biochemical processes, a topic included in the Belgian Interuniversity Attraction Pole DYSCO (Dynamical Systems, Control and Optimization).

REQUIREMENTS

The candidate should have a PhD in physics, mathematics, bioengineering, chemistry, bioinformatics or applied mathematics engineering, with a strong expertise in dynamical modeling and/or systems biology. She/he should be interested in a transdisciplinary approach of both mathematical analysis and biological applications.

START DATE

Between October 1, 2008 and January 1, 2009

TERMS: 2 years

LOCALE:
Université Libre de Bruxelles, Genomic and Structural BioInformatics Unit, avenue Roosevelt, 50, CP 165/61, B-1050 Brussels, Belgium

HOW TO APPLY

Application should include a cover letter and curriculum vitae, and should be sent before September 1, 2008 to:

Prof. Marianne Rooman
Email : mrooman[at]ulb.ac.be

Website : http://babylone.ulb.ac.be