PhD Student in Immunology | Biologe (m/w/d)

Universitätsklinikum Münster

Münster, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 1, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This is a fixed-term, part-time (65%, 25 hours/week) PhD position at the Institute for Experimental Pathology at the University of Münster, focused on cutting-edge Immunology research. The successful candidate will join a project investigating the role of inhibitory receptors in regulating chronic inflammatory conditions, specifically focusing on their function in obesity, metabolic disorders, and atherosclerosis. Day-to-day responsibilities involve designing and conducting complex experiments utilizing state-of-the-art techniques, including animal models of metabolic diseases, full spectrum flow cytometry for immune cell analysis, and multiplexed immunohistochemistry of tissue sections. Key qualifications include an MSc degree in Biological Sciences, a strong background in immunology, and practical experience in advanced techniques like flow cytometry or cell culture. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact scientific publications in an international, interdisciplinary environment, fostering professional growth and innovation.

Required Skills

Education

MSc degree in Biological Sciences

Experience

  • Strong background in immunology
  • Hands-on experience in flow cytometry-based phenotyping and sorting
  • Hands-on experience in immunofluorescence microscopy and histopathological evaluation
  • Hands-on experience in culture of cell lines and human or murine primary cells
  • Professional experience in scientific collaboration

Languages

German (Basic)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Fixed-term contract of 3 years; Part-time work (65% / 25 hours per week); Willingness to participate in ongoing training programs.