PhD Student (gn*) Signal Transduction in Human Sperm
Fixed term of 3 years | Part-time with 65% | Salary according to salary group 13 TV-L | Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology | Job ID: 11721
We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.
The position is located in the research group of Timo Strünker (Molecular Reproductive Physiology) and embedded in the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Centre 1748 'Principles of Reproduction'. The CRC 1748 involves scientists of the University of Münster, the University Hospital, and the Max Planck Institute Münster as well as scientists of the RWTH Aachen. To this end, we combine interdisciplinary research in molecular, structural and cell biology as well as in physiology, biophysics, epi/genetics, (bio)informatics, and multimodal data analysis.
In this project, we will elucidate the molecular mechanisms that enable sperm to sense their chemical and physical environment, with a particular focus on ion channels and signalling molecules, proteins, and pathways.
Participate in the Integrated Research Training Group 'Reproduction.MS PhD-Training Centre in Translational Science'
Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, pharmacy, physics, biomedicine, or other life sciences
Commitment to research in a translational setting
Good English communication skills (spoken and written); German skills are advantageous
State-of-the-art techniques, tools and experimental models for research
Competitive, interdisciplinary, creative and international research environment with a track record of intense mutual collaboration
Structured PhD-training programme with a wide range of professional development opportunities
Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
A respectful and appreciative work environment within a diverse team
two pages)
Summary of your master thesis (max. one page)
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Professional Development and Training
Part of Research Innovation
Additional Benefits
Exciting Projects
Professional Development and Training
Part of Research Innovation
Additional Benefits
(*Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone.