PhD Candidate - Immunology Research (Project P02) | PhD Position - Project P02 "Protective and pathogenic antibo

Universitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein

Lübeck, Schleswig-Holstein, Deutschland
Published Dec 3, 2025
Full-time
Permanent

Job Summary

This PhD position, part of the DFG-funded Research Training Group (RTG) 3095, focuses on Project P02: 'Development and function of differently glycosylated IgE antibodies' at the Institute of Nutritional Medicine, University of Lübeck. The candidate will investigate how B cell responses contribute to immunoprotection or immunopathogenesis at immunological barrier sites (skin, gut, lungs). Key responsibilities include active participation in a structured 4-year qualification program, including workshops and summer schools, and conducting cutting-edge research using advanced technologies. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in life sciences and possess an excellent command of English. Experience with molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, and a strong motivation to apply bioinformatics approaches (including R or statistical software) for analyzing high-throughput data (like single-cell sequencing and spatial transcriptomics) are highly desirable. This role offers a stimulating, collaborative research environment, access to state-of-the-art immunological technologies, and excellent opportunities for scientific networking and qualification within a highly ranked German university collaboration.

Required Skills

Education

Master’s degree (or equivalent) in the life sciences or a related discipline, fulfilling the formal requirements for enrollment as a doctoral candidate at the University of Lübeck

Experience

  • Experience with mouse models (advantageous)
  • Experience with flow cytometry techniques (advantageous)
  • Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques (advantageous)
  • Motivation to apply bioinformatics approaches for high-throughput datasets
  • Experience with R or comparable statistical software (desirable)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Part-time employment (25 hours/week); Position is initially limited until March 31, 2030; Must fulfill formal requirements for doctoral candidate enrollment at the University of Lübeck.