PhD Candidate, Immunology Research (Lung B Cells) | Biologe (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This opportunity is for a highly motivated PhD Candidate to join the DFG-funded Research Training Group (RTG) 3095, focusing on protective and pathogenic antibody responses at barrier organs. The successful candidate will lead Project P06, investigating the unique generation of IgA+ B cells within lung tissue versus draining lymph nodes. Day-to-day work involves rigorous doctoral research, utilizing advanced experimental approaches such as single-cell interactome generation of murine B cells, single-cell sequencing, and spatial transcriptomics. Active participation in the RTG’s structured 4-year training program, including workshops and summer schools, is required, alongside presenting research findings to the consortium. Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in Life Sciences, excellent English proficiency, and practical experience with mouse models, flow cytometry, and molecular/cellular biology techniques. Experience with bioinformatics approaches, particularly R or comparable statistical software for high-throughput data analysis, is highly desirable. This fixed-term position offers a stimulating, international, and interdisciplinary research environment at Kiel University.