PhD Student Position Available in RTG PRO project B4 (m/f/d)

Part time 65%, limited to up to three years

Institute of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IMBM)

Your tasks

The Institute of Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IMBM) at the University Medicine of Greifswald is seeking a highly motivated and talented PhD student to join our team for an exciting research project on altered immune responses due to proteasome impairment. The project is funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG) within the frame of research training group 2719 "Proteases in pathogen and host: importance in inflammation and infection". This project aims to unravel the intricate relationship between proteasome dysfunction and altered immune signalling. For further information, please see https://www.rtg2719-pro.de/de/research/research-topic-b/

Your task:

You will apply cutting edge biochemical, cell biological, molecular biological and immunological methods including a combination of pharmacological approaches, or CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing. For your work you will have insights from samples of patients with rare proteasomopathies or respective mouse models for proteasome dysfunction.

Our requirements

• A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in medical sciences, biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field
• Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques (e.g., PCR, Western blotting, cell culture)
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• High level of motivation and the ability to work independently

Your Benefits

Competitive compensation and cenefits: We offer a funded PhD position for 3 years, with salary according to DFG guidelines, access to state-of-the-art research facilities and a collaborative research environment. The Universitätsmedizin Greifswald offers attractive benefits such as company pension schemes and employee discounts.
Professional development opportunities: Regular training and development programs are offered to support personal and professional growth, keeping employees up-to-date with the latest research and technology.
Interdisciplinary collaboration : Our employees have the opportunity to collaborate with leading experts from various disciplines, benefiting from an interdisciplinary approach in research and practice.
Research encouragement: Universitätsmedizin Greifswald actively supports your research projects, providing resources and infrastructure for developing innovative ideas and their implementation.
Work-Life balance: Universitätsmedizin Greifswald advocates for a balanced work-life approach, offering flexible working hours and health promotion programs like the cooperation with Hansefit GmbH. Our family office assists you with your search for accommodation and any questions related to the topic of balancing family and work.
Hanseatic location: Greifswald is a charming university town near the Baltic Sea, known for its high quality of life, diverse cultural offerings, and historically rich surroundings for work and leisure.