Research Associate (Doctoral Candidate) in Biochemistry | Wissenschaftliche*n Mitarbeiter*in am Biochemischen Institut

Christian-Albrechts- Universität zu Kiel (CAU)

Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Dec 2, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is a 36-month, part-time (65%) Research Associate position at the Biochemical Institute of Kiel University, focused on a DFG-funded project investigating the cellular and molecular mechanisms regulating glycosylation in the Golgi apparatus. The successful candidate, who will be a doctoral candidate, will specifically examine the molecular regulation of SPPL3 activity and the processing of Golgi enzymes, initially using cellular models and later animal models. Day-to-day work involves applying a broad spectrum of methods including cloning, genome editing, immunoblotting, flow cytometry, high-resolution microscopy, and proteomic/terminomic analyses. This position offers a stimulating scientific environment, close mentoring, and potential affiliation with the DFG-funded Graduate College ReMPro, making it an excellent opportunity for highly motivated researchers with a strong background in cell and molecular biology to pursue a PhD.

Required Skills

Education

Completed scientific university degree (e.g., Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, or Medicine) with a very good/good grade (Master's degree required by contract start date)

Experience

  • Demonstrated knowledge in molecular and cell biological methods
  • Proven ability for independent scientific work in an academic research laboratory
  • Fundamental experience with high-resolution imaging is ideal
  • Experience with cell culture and/or animal models is ideal
  • Experience with proteomic and bioinformatic analyses is ideal

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Contract duration is limited to 36 months; Position is part-time (65% of full employment, 25.16 hours per week); Must be willing to work on research involving animal models; Must submit a complete application including a motivation letter, CV, and description of previous research experience.