Doctoral Researcher - Collaborative Research Center 1713 'Maternal Immune Activation: Causes and Consequences' | Doktorand:in (all genders) - SFB 1713 „Maternale Immunaktivierung: Ursachen und Konsequenzen“

Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf GB Personal, Recht & Organisation

Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland
Published Oct 10, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This doctoral researcher position, based at the Institute for Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis (INIMS) at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE), focuses on investigating immunoregulatory secretory networks during pregnancy and their modulation in Multiple Sclerosis (MS). The role is part of the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 1713 and involves applying advanced molecular, cellular, and immunological methods, including flow cytometry, cell culture, sequencing, and proteomics, often utilizing mouse models. The successful candidate will join the CRC Graduate School, benefiting from structured doctoral supervision and an international study program. Key requirements include a scientific university degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, or related life sciences, practical experience in core cell and molecular biology techniques, and fluent English proficiency. This is a part-time, fixed-term position, offering a chance to contribute to cutting-edge research in neuroimmunology.

Required Skills

Education

Scientific University Degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Biology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, or related Life Sciences

Experience

  • Scientific interest in immunological, molecular, and cell biological questions of medical relevance
  • Practical experience in fundamental cell biological, biochemical, and/or molecular biological methods
  • Experience with cell culture and immunological methods (advantageous)
  • Experience handling laboratory animals (FELASA B Certificate advantageous)

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Must provide complete immunization/immunity proof against the measles virus before employment; Part-time employment (65% of regular weekly working hours); Fixed-term contract (initial duration of three years).