PhD-Position in Immunology and Allogeneic Stem Cell Transplantation (f/m/d)

Join our research team at University Hospital Würzburg, AG Dr. med. Sabrina Kraus

Are you passionate about immunology and translational research? Join our dynamic team as a PhD student and contribute to groundbreaking work on immune reconstitution in patients undergoing allogeneic stem cell transplantation. This innovative project addresses the critical challenge of protecting high-risk patients from infection-related mortality caused by cytomegalovirus (CMV), one of the most significant viral pathogens in this context.

As a PhD student, you will delve into the mechanisms of CMV-specific adaptive immunity and apply your findings to develop a cutting-edge translational assay. Your work will play a pivotal role in reducing CMV-related mortality and morbidity, directly impacting patient outcomes.

This position offers the opportunity to work at the intersection of basic and clinical research, gain expertise in state-of-the-art methodologies, and collaborate with leading scientists in an inspiring research environment.

• A dynamic and collaborative research environment within the framework of the DFG2830 consortium
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities and access to advanced technologies.
• Structured PhD training through the Graduate School of Life Sciences of the Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• A comprehensive mentoring program and soft skill courses for early career researchers at the Graduate School of Life Sciences at the Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg
• The three-year full-time PhD position (65%, TV-L E13) will be funded by the Wilhelm-Sander-Stiftung.

• Design, execute, and evaluate experiments to study the reconstitution of the immune response in alloSCT patients.
• Conduct cell culture experiments, including working with primary immune cells of alloSCT patients and cell lines.
• Use flow cytometry, molecular biology, and single-cell sequencing to analyze CMV-specific adaptive immune responses.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners and present your findings at local meetings and national and international conferences.

• Master’s degree in Biomedicine, Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, or related fields.
• Hands-on experience in cell culture, molecular biology, and/or flow cytometry is advantageous.
• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Excellent communication skills in English.

• Training and Continuing Education
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Flexible Working Hours
• Collegiality
• Sport and Fitness Options
• Employee Events
• Corporate Benefits

In the case of a university degree from a non-EU country, a long version of the certificate evaluation from the Central Office for Foreign Education is required.

Remuneration is in accordance with the relevant collective agreements. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if they are otherwise equally qualified.

The University Hospital of Würzburg (UKW) offers an innovative and excellent working environment in cutting-edge medicine. Here, employees benefit from state-of-the-art technology, extensive training and career opportunities as well as flexible working time models for an optimal work-life balance. We attach great importance to diversity and inclusion in order to create a respectful and supportive working environment. A strong sense of community and interdisciplinary collaboration are central to our way of working. Würzburg, a city with a high quality of life, offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities as well as excellent educational opportunities. The UKW takes responsibility for the health of society and promotes an environment that focuses on ethical values and social commitment. Become part of our team and help shape the future of medicine.