Doctoral Research Associate / PhD Student (gn*) Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry or BiologyFixed term of 3 years | part time with 65% (25 hours/week) | Salary according to TV L E13 | RTG Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion) | Job ID: 10663We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to any scientific expertise at the RTG Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion) ideally with you on board !The position is part of the externally funded collaborative research endeavor Chembion and is open from June 1st, 2025.RESPONSIBILITIES:The position is linked to the research group of Prof. Dr. Guiscard Seebohm (IfGH Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology).The subject of the work will be the characterization of modulators and functional analysis of neuronal/cardiac Kv7 channels. The Ph.D. student work will focus on work with transfection of heteromeric channel constructs; different electrophysiology techniques in oocytes and cells, stem cell driven 2D cell cardiac cultures; high resolution microscopy; modeling protein, individual electrical active cells and networks.We will provide a structured 3 year cutting edge Ph.D. student training program in and beyond the fields mentioned above.REQUIREMENTS:An ambitious Ph.D. student with strong interest in working in our multidisciplinary teamA state examination degree in pharmacy or, alternatively, a masters degree in chemistry, biochemistry or biologyExcellent command of spoken and written English, communication skills as well as team spirit are essentialGerman language skills are not a requirement, but a willingness to learn is desirableWE OFFER:An interdisciplinary environment with a track record of intense mutual collaborationIn addition to the individual training through research, our program includes further elements such as a 3 6 month internship abroad, retreats, lab rotation and symposiaThe RTG Chembion is positioned at the University of MunsterThirteen scientists of the University of Munster have teamed up with their complementary expertise to study chemical biology of ion channelsWe tackle questions in the field of ion channels with innovative structural, chemical methods, interconnecting chemistry, pharmacology, and medicine and foster the internationalization of young researchersFurther information can be found on our website .For inquiries, please contact: Prof. Guiscard Seebohm, T 0251 83 58255.Apply now via our career portal until 11.06.2025.BENEFITSExciting ProjectsProfessional Development and TrainingInterdisciplinary CollaborationPart of Research InnovationAdditional BenefitsExciting ProjectsProfessional Development and TrainingInterdisciplinary CollaborationPart of Research InnovationAdditional Benefits(*gn=gender neutral)The University Hospital of Munster is one of