Scientific PhD Candidate / PhD Position (Tissue Engineering) | Naturwissenschaftlicher Doktorand / PhD position (m/f/d)

Universitätsklinikum Erlangen AöR

Erlangen, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Jan 1, 2026
Part-time
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Job Summary

This PhD position, starting around July 2026, is integrated into the prestigious DFG-funded CRC/TRR 225 consortium, focusing on advanced biofabrication methods. The successful candidate will primarily work with hiPSC-cardiomyocytes and -endothelial cells to create a vascularized, functional human heart ventricle model complete with acellular heart valves. Day-to-day tasks involve optimizing biomaterials to enhance vascularization, establishing 3D printing techniques to integrate complex main vasculature, and developing microfluidic systems to test bioink suitability. Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in fields such as Tissue Engineering, Material Science, or Molecular Medicine, strong teamwork skills, and high motivation. The role offers the unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge regenerative medicine research within an international, highly cited, and interdisciplinary laboratory environment, supported by a large team of experienced researchers.

Required Skills

Education

Diploma or Master's degree in Tissue Engineering, Material Science, Biology, Chemistry, Molecular Medicine or equivalent

Experience

  • Professional experience in research related to Tissue Engineering, Material Science, Biology, Chemistry, or Molecular Medicine
  • Experience in hiPSC culture and differentiation (Beneficial)
  • Experience in general cell culture techniques (Beneficial)
  • Experience with microfluidics systems (Beneficial)
  • Experience in scientific publishing (Beneficial)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Part-time position (65% of regular working hours); Contract limited until the end of 2029; Must be highly motivated and reliable