PhD Researcher in Molecular Life Sciences | PhD Student (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This PhD position within the International PhD Programme (IPP) Mainz offers a unique opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in the Dormann lab, focusing on the intersection of mechanobiology and neurodegeneration. As a doctoral student, you will investigate how cellular mechanical stress influences the mislocalization and aggregation of RNA-binding proteins like TDP-43 and FUS, which are central to diseases such as ALS and Alzheimer's. Your daily work will involve a sophisticated blend of in vitro biophysical assays, microfluidic experiments, and advanced imaging techniques like confocal and live-cell microscopy. Being part of the EU-funded 'NEUROMECH' network, you will benefit from an interdisciplinary environment, international lab exchanges, and specialized training. This role is ideal for ambitious scientists eager to explore how mechanical forces impact cellular function and contribute to the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative disorders while working in a collaborative, English-speaking community.