BENEFITS
PhD Student (all gender), Translational Pediatric Oncology Research - Clinic for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine
Arbeitsmodell: Part Time
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join the Translational Pediatric Oncology Research Group of Prof. Christian Braun at the Department of Pediatrics (Director: Prof. Jan-Henning Klusmann), University Hospital Frankfurt.
We combine advanced CRISPR-based screening approaches with transcriptomic and proteomic profiling and employ patient-derived cancer models to uncover the molecular mechanisms that drive high-risk tumors.
The project offers substantial freedom to develop your own scientific ideas, access to advanced technologies and patient-derived cancer models, and the opportunity to contribute to research with real impact.
Design and perform CRISPR-based genetic perturbation screens in patient-derived and engineered cancer models
Analyze and interpret epigenetic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets using state-of-the-art statistical and computational approaches
Functionally validate candidate genes, pathways, and molecular mechanisms in cellular model systems
Present results within the research group and at scientific meetings, and contribute to publications
Collaborate closely with clinicians, molecular biologists, and computational scientists within an interdisciplinary environment
... Master's degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline
Practical experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., Motivation to work independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English
In addition to an attractive salary based on a collective agreement (TV-G-U, E13)with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes
The position is part time 26h/week, initially limited to one year, with the possibility of extension.
Internal and external training for your professional development
Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise
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Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal personal and professional qualifications.
Aus Wissen wird Gesundheit - das ist dabei unser täglicher Antrieb. Denn wir verbinden Krankenversorgung mit Forschung und Lehre, begrüßen den Fortschritt und entwickeln uns selbst immer weiter. So leisten wir einen wichtigen Beitrag für die Gesundheit und die Lebensqualität von über 500.000 Patientinnen und Patienten jährlich: kompetent, gewissenhaft und mit Leidenschaft.
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