The Translational CAR T Cell Research Program (Director: Univ.-Prof. Michael Hudecek) at the University Hospital Würzburg, Department of Medicine II, is inviting applications for a PhD student and research assistant to join a cutting-edge project in cancer immunotherapy.
Your Tasks
- Genetic engineering of CAR T cells with a focus on modulating glycosylation pathways.
- In-depth functional analyses in vitro, ex vivo, and in vivo using AML and MM models.
- Application of molecular biology techniques including vector cloning, Western blotting, and real-time PCR (qPCR).
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Summary
- Application DeadlineOctober 31, 2025
- Study LevelPhD
- SponsorUniversity of Würzburg
- City to studyBavaria
- School to studyUniversity of Wuezburg
- Eligible CountryAll Countries
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Benefits
- A 3-year fully funded position with salary according to the German public service scale (TV-L), based on your qualifications and experience.
- A Part-time position (65%)
- A stimulating, internationally recognized research environment at one of Europe’s leading CAR T cell centers.
- Access to extensive national and international collaborations in cancer immunotherapy and glycoscience.
- Company pension scheme: We support your financial security in retirement.
- Flexitime: Allows you to organize your working hours flexibly.
- Comprehensive company sports programs: Our own gym (Milon circuit training) helps you stay fit and healthy.
- Own company day-care center with extended opening hours (5:30 – 18:00): To help you better balance work and family.
- Extensive training and further education at our own academy: We promote your personal and professional development.
Requirements
A highly motivated candidate who:
- Holds or is close to completing a Master’s degree in biomedicine, biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or a related discipline.
- Has hands-on experience in:
- T cell immunology and molecular biology
- Vector design and cloning
- Western blot and real-time PCR
- Multi-color flow cytometry and data analysis (e.g., FlowJo, GraphPad Prism)
- Ideally has worked with mouse tumor models and holds FELASA.
- Is enthusiastic, results-oriented, well-organized, and eager to tackle scientific challenges creatively and independently
Application Deadline
October 31, 2025How To Apply
Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to
University of Würzburg on karriere.ukw.de to apply
For more information, kindly visit University of Wuerzbug scholarship webpage.
