PhD Student (gn*) Molecular Biology
Fixed term of three years | Part-time with 65 % | Salary according to salary group 13 TV-L | Centre of Medical Genetics, Department of Medical Genetics and Institute of Reproductive Genetics | Job ID: 11698
We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.
The positions are located at the interface of the research groups of Julia Wallmeier, working on cilia in early development, and Corinna Friedrich, working on meiosis and male infertility. The project is 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.
The project focuses on the comprehensive characterisation of the zygotene cilium and its role during human spermatogenesis. The aim is to identify and investigate the functional relevance of novel genetic factors associated with this specialised cilium and their contribution to human male infertility.
Collaborating with scientists from the CRC 1748 and beyond
Participating in the Integrated Research Training Group ‘Reproduction.MS PhD-Training Centre in Translational Science’
Master’s degree in life sciences (Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, (Bio-) Chemistry or similar)
Experience with molecular biology techniques (such as immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence staining, Western blotting, in vitro splice assays, etc.)
Excellent English communication skills (spoken and written); German skills are advantageous
An exciting research question at the interface of basic science and patient care
Two closely interconnected, but, at the same, time distinct PhD projects
Competitive, interdisciplinary and international research environment with a track record of intense mutual collaboration
Structured PhD training programme with a wide range of training and 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
Letter of motivation (max 2 pages)
Summary of your Master‘s thesis (max 1 page)
BENEFITS
Exciting Projects
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.