PhD positions in Aging Research
PhD positions in Aging Research
PhD positions in Aging Research
PhD positions in Aging Research
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin
Krankenhäuser
Berlin
- Art der Beschäftigung: Teilzeit
- Vor Ort
PhD positions in Aging Research
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We are pursuing research on the biochemical and molecular basis of longevity regulation to provide novel therapeutic options to prevent and cure age-related diseases like obesity, diabetes, neurodegeneration and cancer.
We are interested in genetic pathways and environmental factors that modulate longevity. Besides other topics, we are particularly focused on the role played by mitochondria in lifespan regulation.
Based on this, we characterize and identify aging-associated pathways that have been identified by a RNA expression screen of physiological aging in several evolutionary distinct species, including C. elegans, zebrafish, killifish, and mice.
Overview of the position
- Designing and performing experiments on ageing in vitro and in vivo
- Using diverse experimental methods, including human cell culture, genome editing, molecular biology, RNA analyses, fluorescence microscopy, recombinant protein expression/purification, in vitro biochemical assays
- Generating and analysing transcriptomic/metabolomics/proteomics datasets
- Communicating research outcomes at relevant international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals
What we are looking for
- M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, Medical Biology, Translational Medicine or a related field
- Expertise and interest in working with biological systems (cells, C. elegans, mice)
- Dedicated to research on aging and age-related disease
- Design and execute creative experiments
- Scientific curiosity and motivation to perform scientifically rigorous experimental work
- Interest in working independently and supervising students
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
Charité offers you
- A highly professional collaboration within a motivated and interdisciplinary team
- A future-oriented, varied and challenging job with high levels of personal responsibility and personal freedom of action
- Intercultural team events, well-structured onboarding with friendly colleagues
- Discounts on various offerings for employees, for example shopping, travel, sports
- Charité has been certified as a family-friendly university and family-friendly company since 2007 - additional information here
Information regarding the position
- Entgeltgruppe E13 TVöD VKA-K. Hier finden Sie alle Informationen zum Gehalt und Tarifvertrag
- Die Arbeitszeit 65% ist in Teilzeit mit 25 Stunden
- Die Position ist auf 3 Jahre befristet, da sie an die Projektlaufzeit gebunden ist
- Bei uns sind 30 Tage Urlaub Standard
- Die Bewerbungsfrist endet am: 05.04.2026
- Kennziffer: 6877
Application
Everyone is welcome at the Charité, regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.
Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.
Prof. Michael Ristow
https://expendo.charite.de/en/
iee@charite.de
Data protection information
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Additional information
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin makes its personnel decisions based on suitability, ability and professional performance. The Charité aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions and therefore strongly encourages women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority within the scope of legal possibilities. Applications from people with a migration background who meet the recruitment requirements are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. A police good-conduct certificate, in some cases an extended good-conduct certificate, is required at the time of recruitment. Unfortunately, application documents can be returned only if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. Any incurred travel expenses cannot be reimbursed.
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