Research Associate (Doctoral Candidate) | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (Doktorand*in) Ausschreibungs-ID: fb20-0172-wmz-2025
Philipps-Universität Marburg
Job Summary
This role is for a highly motivated Research Associate (Doctoral Candidate) in the Institute of Physiology and Pathophysiology at Philipps-Universität Marburg. The successful candidate will join a research team focused on investigating ion channels, specifically their molecular and functional composition and their role in disease-causing mechanisms. Day-to-day tasks involve performing advanced electrophysiological techniques such as TEVC, Patch-Clamp, and single-channel measurements, alongside molecular biological, biochemical, and fluorescence microscopy methods. The position also requires working with Xenopus laevis oocytes and Danio rerio (zebrafish) as model organisms. This is an excellent opportunity for a scientist to pursue their doctoral qualification within a supportive academic environment, contributing to cutting-edge research while benefiting from professional development opportunities.
Required Skills
Education
Completed scientific university degree (Diploma, Master, or comparable) in Human Biology, Biology, or a comparable field. FELASA certificate required.
Experience
- Professional experience with electrophysiological techniques using the Xenopus laevis expression system
- Professional experience with molecular biological/biochemical methods
- Experience with microscopic/fluorescence microscopic work
- Experience with the Zebrafish model (Danio rerio)
- Research experience with K2P-channels and voltage-gated potassium and sodium channels
- Experience in supervising students and leading practical courses
Languages
Additional
- Part-time position (50% of regular working hours). Fixed-term contract for three years. Willingness to pursue a doctoral project in the field of voltage-gated sodium channels and their modulators is expected.
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