PhD Student (gn*) Genetics Fixed term of 3 years | Part-time with 65 % | Salary according to TV-L, salary group 13 | Centre of Medical Genetics, Institute of Reproductive Genetics | Job ID: 11699
We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility - ideally with you on board!
The position is located in the research group of Prof. Frank Tüttelmann working on translational reproductive genetics and is embedded in the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1748/"Principles of Reproduction". The CRC 1748 involves scientists of the University, University Hospital, and Max Planck Institute Münster as well as 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.
Still, most affected men remain without a causal diagnosis, precluding personalised treatment. Thus, the aim of this project is to elucidate the underlying molecular mechanisms of two novel male infertility candidate genes
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 (e.g. Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, (Bio)Chemistry or similar)
Strong interest in human genetics, bioinformatics, research and development in a translational setting
Previous experience in molecular biology techniques (such as PCR, sequencing, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, pull-down assays, mass-spectrometry)
Good English communication skills (spoken and written); German skills are advantageous
Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
30 days of vacation per year, plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
Structured PhD-training programme with a wide range of training and professional development opportunities
A respectful and appreciative work environment within a diverse team
Support and advisory services for health and work-life balance
Additional benefits such as sports programmes, job ticket, company events, cafeteria, and emergency childcare
Letter of motivation (max 2 pages)
Summary of your master's thesis (max 1 page)
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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.