PhD Student in Molecular Cardiovascular Research | PhD Student (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This PhD position offers a unique opportunity for highly motivated MSc graduates to conduct their doctoral research in molecular cardiovascular science within the International Research Training Group 3109. This transatlantic German-American alliance, funded by the DFG, focuses on cellular plasticity in the cardiovascular system, utilizing advanced omics technologies and bioinformatics. PhD students will engage in an ambitious research program, an interdisciplinary training curriculum, practical courses, and soft skill development, with a specific emphasis on bioinformatic analysis of omics data. A key highlight is a six-month research phase at the University of Virginia, providing an international research experience. The role is ideal for individuals with a strong background in molecular/cellular biology, physiology, or bioinformatics, seeking to investigate novel mechanisms of cellular plasticity in a dynamic, international research environment.