Biologist / PhD Candidate (Translational Immunometabolism) | Biologe (m/w/d)

Uniklinik Köln

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 21, 2026
Full-time
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Job Summary

This role is a PhD project focused on translational immunometabolism within a leading university hospital setting. The successful candidate will investigate the impact of obesity, weight loss, and novel metabolic therapies on antiviral T-cell immunity. Day-to-day tasks involve performing high-dimensional flow cytometry and metabolic assays to characterize human virus-specific T-cell responses and define functional and metabolic phenotypes of T-cells. The role requires analyzing immunological and clinical cohort data, collaborating closely with clinicians and international partners, and presenting/publishing results in high-impact journals. Key qualifications include a Master’s degree in Immunology, Biology, or a related field, strong interest in T-cell biology and immunometabolism, and excellent English communication skills. This position offers a secure job in a challenging, innovative environment with strong team support, extensive training opportunities, and a focus on work-life balance within a dynamic research group funded by prestigious foundations.

Required Skills

Education

Master’s degree in Immunology, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, or a related field

Experience

  • Experience with cell culture, flow cytometry, or human immune cell assays is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with metabolic assays, cohort studies, or viral immunology is an advantage

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • High motivation to work with patient-derived samples and translational research approaches