PhD Student - Life Sciences, Biology, Immunology | PhD Student (m/f/d) - Life Sciences, Biology, Immunology

Universitätsklinikum der Technischen Universität München AöR

München, Bayern, Deutschland
Published Feb 5, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This PhD opportunity at the Center for Allergy and Environment (ZAUM) in Munich focuses on investigating innate immune mechanisms driving tolerance induction during allergen-specific immunotherapy (AIT). The successful candidate will join the DFG-funded Research Training Group RTG 2668, focusing on identifying and characterizing human T cell subtypes, molecular signaling pathways, and novel tolerogenic adjuvants using cutting-edge technologies. Day-to-day tasks involve cell culture (including 3D and tissue models), molecular and epigenetic analyses, immunofluorescence, confocal microscopy, and single-cell analyses (flow cytometry, sequencing). The ideal candidate holds a Master's degree in Life Sciences or a related field, possesses practical experience in molecular biology or immunology, and demonstrates excellent English skills. This role offers a structured 3-year PhD program, close supervision, and access to state-of-the-art lab infrastructure within an international research environment.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree in Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, or Molecular Biotechnology

Experience

  • Practical experience in molecular biology, immunology, or cell biology
  • Enthusiasm for translational immunology and tolerance mechanisms in allergic and inflammatory diseases

Languages

English (Excellent)

Additional

  • Temporary contract duration (36 months)