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We are looking to support our rapidly growing team as soon as possible:

PhD student (f/m/x) in hemato-oncology

Pflug/Braun lab, Clinic I for Internal Medicine
TV-L: 25 h/week (64,94%)

limited until 30. april 2028 according to WissZeitVG within the framework of a thirdparty funded project

Your salary will be based on TV-L
TV-L: 25 h/week (64,94%)

limited until 30. april 2028 according to WissZeitVG within the framework of a thirdparty funded project

Your salary will be based on TV-L

Your tasks

  • The successful candidate will join a dynamic research lab and will participate in a project focused on investigating the pathogenic influence of the tumor microenvironment in T-cell lymphomas. The PhD student will use cutting-edge technologies for comprehensive multi-omic characterizations of the tumor microenvironment and validate specific microenvironmental interactions both in vitro and in vivo. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to leading research in the field of T-cell lymphomas within an interdisciplinary environment as part of the EU-wide ImmuneT-ME consortium. The dissertation ill be integrated into the PhD curriculum of the IPMM.

Your profile

  • a Master’s Degree in Cell Biology/Molecular Biology/Biochemistry or similar
  • basic understanding in the fields of cellular immunology, molecular oncology, and biochemistry of cellular signaling
  • experience in experimental biological techniques such as cell culture, PCR, immunoblot, and  flow cytometry
  • interest in collaborative analysis of bioinformatics datasets
  • high degree of team spirit, commitment, and enjoyment of scientific work
  • proficiency in English

Our offer

  • Strong mentorship to promote development into independent scientists
  • An excellent and international biology research environment
  • A supportive, collaborative, and friendly atmosphere
  • Participation in further training programs
 

Your future with us

We are one of the leading university hospitals in Germany and network research, teaching and health care at the highest level. That's why many things are a lot bigger for us: the spectrum of exciting development opportunities. The limitless openness with which specialists from all over the world work together here. Or our commitment as an employer to support all employees as best we can in reconciling their job with their goals and life situations.

This is the University Hospital of Cologne: Everything but ordinary.

Your future in detail

The Pflug/Braun lab is dedicated to studying the causes and predisposing factors that lead to the development of mature T-cell entities. We aim to deepen our understanding of these orphan diseases and generate key insights that contribute to the development of more effective treatment strategies. To achieve this, we employ a combination of cutting-edge molecular biology, cell biology, and animal models to uncover the underlying mechanisms driving disease progression. The lab is located on one of Europe‘s top research campuses with state-of-the-art facilities.

 

Does this sound interesting to you and do you want to join our dynamic team?
Please submit your application containing a self-written cover/motivation letter (of no more than 1 page), a short CV (containing any publications and the contact details of two referees), and relevant copies of degree certificates.

Applications from female candidates are expressly welcome and will be given priority in the event of equal suitability, competence and professional performance. People with disabilities are welcome to apply and will be treated preferentially in the event of equal suitability and qualification.

Contact

Dr. med Till Braun

Tel: +49221 478 50984

 
Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR
Geschäftsbereich Personal
Kerpener Str. 62
50937 Köln

Uniklinik Köln Karriere

Application deadline: 09.03.2025

Job-ID: 3egt4qgh

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