PhD Position in Life Science/Biomedicine/Cell Biology (f/m/d)

Application Deadline: 31.12.2024

In a collaborative project between the Departments of Anaesthesiology and Dermatology at the University Hospital Würzburg we offer a

A PhD position (TV-L E13 65%, 3 years) is available as soon as possible for a collaboration project between the Departments of Anaesthesiology and Dermatology at the University Hospital Würzburg, University of Würzburg, Germany. The research project funded by the Interdisciplinary Center for Clinical Research (IZKF) is settled within the field of pain research and investigates the causes underlying Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a debilitating disorder, for which no targeted therapy is currently available. Aim of the project is the identification of novel therapeutic targets and the advancement of new innovative therapies and risk assessments.

Furthermore we offer:

• A demanding research topic with cutting-edge techniques and translational perspective 
• Access to state-of the art equipment both located at the Depts. of Anesthesiology and Dermatology, the Single cell Center Würzburg and core facilities at the adjacent Rudolf Virchow Center for Experimental Biomedicine (RVZ).
• Research training within the the Resolve Pain KFO5001 research consortium and educational support and benefits by the International Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS) providing structured doctoral research training in an international and highly interdisciplinary research environment
• Attractive salary according to TV-L including annual special payment: We value your work and reward you with a fair and competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme: We support your financial security in retirement.
• Flexible working hours and home office: Allows you to organize your working hours flexibly and work partially from home.
• Company sports program: Our own gym and the Milon circuit help you stay fit and healthy. (Training hours: Mon-Fri 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM; Sat-Sun 24h.)
• Own company day-care center with extended opening hours (5:30 – 18:00): To help you better balance work and family.
• Extensive training and further education at our own academy: We promote your personal and professional development.
• A good working atmosphere in a highly motivated and collegial team

• Conducting experimental work on the molecular and cellular mechanisms of CRPS using both classical cell and molecular biological methods and cutting-edge techniques including Single Cell RNA sequencing, time-lapse microscopy, FACS- and ELISA-based analysis of inflammatory markers, immunofluorescence and STED-microscopy
• Performing dedicated in vitro functional assays using human primary cells (particularly endothelial cells and dendritic cells) to investigate cellular crosstalk, migration, angiogenesis, and proliferation/apoptosis
• Confirmation of experimental findings in murine models as translational approach
• Analyzing data and contributing to publications and presentations at national and international conferences
• Collaborating with an interdisciplinary team of researchers, clinicians, and technical staff

• M.Sc. degree in biomedicine, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology or related fields 
• Strong background in cell culture techniques and molecular biology
• Experience with laboratory techniques particularly the above mentioned techniques is advantageous
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken); German skills are a plus but not required
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently as well as in a team
• Interest in pain research and enthusiasm for scientific discovery

Highly motivated individuals with appropriate qualifications are encouraged to send their application (in German or English language) including CV, references, a letter of motivation and a short description of research experience to the attention of:

• Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Marc Schmidt, Tel: +49 931 201 26396
• Dr. rer. nat. Beate Hartmannsberger, Tel: +49 931 201 30132

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• Betriebliche Altersvorsorge
• Flexible Arbeitszeiten dank Gleitzeitregelung
• Sehr gutes Betriebsklima in einem hochmotivierten und kollegialen Team
• Sport- und Fitnessangebote
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