OUR INSTITUTE… ranks among the largest and most modern institutions in the field of low-temperature plasmas worldwide. In an international working environment, we conduct socially relevant research within our core areas Agriculture/ Bioeconomy & Environment, Plasma Medicine, Surfaces & Materials, Process- & Energy Technology, and Smart Data Technologies. Currently, the INP employs about 200 scientists and staff at three locations (Greifswald, Rostock, and Karlsburg). For further information, please visit our website at www.leibniz-inp.de. We are seeking to hire a proactive and highly motivated PhD student to join our ERC-Project PRIME. Employment is intended to start on February 1, 2026 at the Greifswald site. Doctoral candidate (F/M/D) Redox-Proteomics (initially) limited to 36 months with the option to extend for additional 12 months / Weekly working time 26 hours / Remuneration according to TV-L remuneration group 13 (gross salary range depending on professional experience, see remuneration table 2025) Identify oxidative changes in proteins and correlate them with a biological/immunological cell response; Cell culture of immune cells and molecular biological measurement methods (including flow cytometry); Measurement of oxidized proteins using mass spectrometry and evaluation of post-translational modifications; Investigation of various oxidants and cold plasmas and their influence on proteins and their immunogenicity; Analysis, interpretation and presentation of collected data and participation in the preparation of scientific publications; Exchange and discussion of results within the team. Completed university degree in natural sciences (Master of Science or equivalent) in biology, (bio)chemistry, bioinformatics or a related field High affinity to data and large-data-driven science, as well as strong logical reasoning Experience with bioanalytical methods (mass spectrometry, flow cytometry) desired Strong interest in interdisciplinary research on cellular and immunological recognition and mechanisms of oxidized proteins Flexibility in scientific activities in the laboratory and office Problem-solving skills in decoding relations between bioinformatic, biochemical and biological data sets Pre-existing competencies in bioinformatics, especially in mass spectrometry and programming skills (coding) are highly desired High degree of commitment, motivation, independent work, teamwork skills, sense of responsibility and reliability Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken) and preferably also German International team as a global leader in the field of plasma medicine Compensation according to collective salary agreement of Länder (TV-L) including employer contributions to medical and dental insurance, maternity leave and retirement benefits Creative working environment State-of-the-art technical facilities Support of PhD students Supervision of the doctoral thesis by a doctoral committee Internal trainings (e.g., project management, scientific writing, acquisition of third-party funding) Networking opportunities at national and international conferences Cooperation with science and industry Opportunities for external training Implementation of own project ideas Flexible Working Hours and Mobile Working Family's office In-house German course free of charge 30 vacation days per year (plus: December 24 and 31) Online Sports courses (\"Moving break\") and internal sport groups Lounge with well-equipped kitchen for all employees