Doctoral Researcher (Biology/Molecular Medicine) | Promotion (m/w/d)

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published 6/18/2025

Job Summary

This role offers an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated doctoral researcher to join the Molecular Cell Physiology department at the Institute for Physiology and Pathophysiology. The successful candidate will engage in a cutting-edge research project focused on analyzing the function of the SRF signaling pathway in epithelial homeostasis and tumor development, specifically within an ovarian carcinoma model using Drosophila fruit flies. Day-to-day tasks will involve conducting Drosophila genetics experiments, utilizing modern biochemical and cell biological methods, analyzing single-cell RNA sequencing data from tumor cells, performing high-resolution confocal light microscopy, and carrying out molecular biological work to characterize mRNA and protein expression in tissues. This position is ideal for an individual with a strong scientific background in biology or related fields, offering the chance for independent scientific work aimed at achieving a doctorate, supported by a collaborative team environment and excellent university resources.

Required Skills

Education

Completed university degree (Diploma, Master, or equivalent) in Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biochemistry, or a comparable subject.

Experience

  • Professional experience in scientific research
  • Desirable: Experience in conducting Drosophila experiments
  • Desirable: Experience in light microscopic methods
  • Desirable: Experience in molecular biological methods

Languages

Not specified

Additional

  • Willingness to pursue a doctoral project investigating the function of the SRF transcription factor in epithelial homeostasis and pathogenesis. This is a part-time position (50% of regular working hours) and is limited to three years.