PhD Student in Deutschland bei Universitätsklinikum Tübingen

PhD Student (f/m/d) in Deutschland bei Universitätsklinikum Tübingen

Universitätsklinikum Tübingen

The University Hospital of Tübingen is a leading center of German university medicine. Every year, around 75,000 inpatients and around 380,000 outpatients are treated. With around 10,600 employees, it is the largest employer in the region. The quality of patient care is certified with the KTQ seal of approval.

We are looking for a highly motivated

PhD Student (f/m/d)

for our group “Novel treatment options for liver cancer” within the newly built M3 Research Center affiliated with the University of Tübingen. Fixed-term, 3 years (65% position)

M3 Research Center is a state-of-the-art international research institute including several core facilities. It offers regular lecture series and a positive, vivid, and inspiring environment. The goal of our group is to identify new vulnerabilities of tumour cells that can be exploited therapeutically. We are particularly interested in combining new treatment approaches with existing therapies to enhance anti-cancer effects. One focus of our group lies in the characterization of alternative splicing in liver cancer.

We offer:

a 3-year doctoral work contract and additional funding if needed
a vibrant research environment
an efficient supervision and mentoring program
ability to gain knowledge in novel technologies and soft skills

We expect:

an excellent recent university degree: MSc/MRes (also candidates about to obtain such a degree are welcome to apply) or equivalent
basic understanding of molecular and cell biology techniques
experience in cancer or prior work with animals would be useful but is not essential
high motivation and interest to join and work closely with other team member
excellent communication skills in English
interest and creativity to shape your thesis project

Your tasks:

The applicant will work on the role of the spliceosome in hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma. We use a wide range of cell biology and molecular biology methods including high throughput and high content microscopy, live cell imaging, proteomics, and RNA sequencing. Besides, we have established mouse models recapitulating the diseases.

Your full application should include a cover letter, CV, master’s degree, list of publications, and names and contacts of two scientific references.

severely handicapped persons with equal qualifications are given preferential consideration. Interview expenses are not covered. Please note the applicable vaccination regulations.

If you have any questions, please contact:
Dr. Verena Wagner

v.wagner@med.uni-tuebingen.de

Closing date for applications:
26.07.2024

We are looking forward to your application to Dr. Verena Wagner
including CV and cover letter under specification of the index number 4700.

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