Research Associate (Doctoral Candidate) | Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in (Doktorand*in) Ausschreibungs-ID: fb20-0172-wmz-2025

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Aug 20, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

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

Not specified

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.