Biologist (PhD Candidate) | Biologe (m/w/d)
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf
Job Summary
This position offers a unique opportunity to join the Hamburg School of Infection & Immunity (HSII) at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf (UKE) for a three-year PhD program starting in October 2026. As a doctoral researcher, you will engage in high-level scientific inquiry focused on the complexities of immune surveillance, infectious agents, and regulatory responses in health and autoimmunity. Your day-to-day will involve conducting research for your dissertation, participating in interdisciplinary weekly seminars, and attending journal clubs. The program is highly structured, providing 180 ECTS credits, including 30 credits for professional development courses in good scientific practice, scientific writing, and presentation skills. What makes this role particularly attractive is the integration into a prestigious network of collaborative research centers (CRCs) and the Hamburg Center for Translational Immunology (HCTI), fostering a vibrant environment where clinicians and scientists work together on autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases.
Required Skills
Education
Above-average Master of Science (MSc) degree in biological sciences or an equivalent field such as bioinformatics.
Experience
- Professional experience in biological research or related scientific fields
- Experience in interdisciplinary research environments
- Demonstrated interest in infection, immunity, and inflammation through previous academic work
- Experience in academic presentation and scientific documentation
Languages
Additional
- Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS) required unless native or educated in English for 2+ years; Proof of full immunization against measles; Application requires a letter of motivation and two letters of recommendation; Must be available for a start date in October 2026 in Hamburg.