The Medical Faculty of Kiel University (CAU) is offering
8 PhD positions within the DFG-funded Research Training Group “Regulation of Membrane Proteins” starting at 01. October 2025
Within the RTG-ReMPro ( www.rtg-rempro.de ), we aim to understand how posttranslational modifications (PTMs) influence the plasticity of membrane proteins for the regulation of cells, specialized tissues and body homeostasis. Dysregulation of membrane proteins can lead to pathological conditions.
Our vision is that the RTG-ReMPro will lead to a better understanding of the diverse modifications of membrane proteins, by analyzing posttranslational events that regulate the function of receptors, proteases, channels, transporters, and adhesion molecules.
The work program of the RTG-ReMPro is ideally suited for the training of doctoral students from natural sciences and medicine, who will be employed at the contributing preclinical research Institutes of Biochemistry, Anatomy and Physiology.
8 doctoral positions in 4 years fixed-term positions, 65% TV-L, E13
encouraging interdisciplinary field and interactive laboratory atmosphere
intensive mentorship, supervision and a defined project with medical relevance
modern research methods: animal models, cell and molecular biology, biochemistry, electrophysiology, histology, multi-omics, CRISPR/Cas9 and many more
soft skill courses, international meetings, regular progress reports and retreats
completed Master’s degree with very good grades in a biological or medical discipline
research experience with methods relevant for RTG-ReMPro projects
high motivation, very good organizational and communication skills in English
a convincing motivation letter (1-2 pages) clearly indicating why you are interested
in at least 3 of the 7 projects (P1 - P7, P9) summarized at www.rtg-rempro.de
CV (use standardized DFG template: www.dfg.de/de/formulare-53-200-elan-246806 )
a brief description of your previous research activities
2 reference addresses
Kiel University (CAU) sees itself as a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of age, gender, cultural and social background, religion, ideology, disability, or personal identity. We promote gender equality. The university strives to increase the proportion of female scientists in research and teaching and therefore strongly encourages qualified women to apply. Women will be given preferential consideration if they have equal qualifications, abilities, and professional performance. Kiel University is committed to employing people with disabilities: Applications from severely disabled people and those with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration if they are appropriately qualified. Applications from people with a migration background are expressly encouraged.
Please note that applications containing only a CV will be considered incomplete and unfortunately cannot be considered in the further process.