PhD Student in Signal Transduction in Human Sperm | PhD Student (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This is a fixed-term, part-time (65%) PhD position for three years within the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Centre 1748 ‘Principles of Reproduction’ at the University Hospital Münster. The successful candidate will join the Molecular Reproductive Physiology research group to investigate the molecular mechanisms that enable human sperm to sense their environment, focusing on ion channels and Ca2+-signaling pathways. Key responsibilities include analyzing the composition and pathophysiological relevance of Ca2+-signaling pathways, performing high time-resolution recordings using rapid-mixing techniques and fluorescent probes, and dissecting flagellar ion channel interplay with pharmacological tools. The role requires a Master’s degree in life sciences, strong interest in cellular signal transduction, and experience using fluorescent probes. This opportunity offers a competitive, international, and interdisciplinary research environment with a structured PhD training program and competitive salary.