PhD Student - Neuroimmunology | Doktorand:in (all genders) - Neuroimmunologie
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf GB Personal, Recht & Organisation
Job Summary
This position at the Institute for Neuroimmunology and Multiple Sclerosis (INIMS) focuses on investigating the reaction of nerve cells to inflammatory cell stress in Multiple Sclerosis (MS) using mouse models. As a PhD student, you will be part of a structured graduate school program funded by the Gemeinnützige Hertiestiftung, providing an international study environment and professional support. Day-to-day, you will apply molecular, cellular, and immunological methods such as cloning, confocal microscopy, and biochemical analyses. You will collaborate closely with neurobiologists and bioinformaticians, present your findings at international conferences, and contribute to scientific publications. This 65% part-time role offers a unique opportunity to conduct high-level medical research within one of Europe's leading university clinics, the UKE Hamburg, while benefiting from a structured academic curriculum and extensive employee benefits.
Required Skills
Education
Master's degree or equivalent in Biology, Biomedicine, Biochemistry, or other Life Sciences.
Experience
- Professional experience in basic cell biological, biochemical, and/or molecular biological methods
- Experience in immunological research questions of medical relevance
- Practical experience with cell culture and flow cytometry is advantageous
- Experience in handling laboratory animals (FELASA B certificate) is preferred
- Experience in scientific writing and presentation of research results
Languages
Additional
- Proof of full measles immunization is mandatory before starting employment. The position is part-time (65%) and initially limited to three years. Availability starting June 2026 is required.
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