2026 PhD Student in Autoimmunity and Infection in Gastroenterology at the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf

The PhD position is located within the Department of Immunology at the First Medical Clinic and Polyclinic. We investigate the interplay between infections and autoimmunity in autoimmune liver diseases and chronic inflammatory bowel diseases. For this research, we utilize complex cell culture models as well as primary human samples. The work is embedded within a larger, international team.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 10, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Hamburg
• City to studyHamburg
• School to studyUniversity of Hamburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Attractive pay according to  TVöD/VKA
• A secure job, meaningful work, and a respectful work environment.
• Structured onboarding and open knowledge sharing within the team
• Extensive training and further education programs at our UKE Academy for Education and Career
• Opportunities to participate in shaping our personnel policy “UKE INside” in cross-professional and cross-hierarchical projects
• Sustainable travel: Subsidies for the Germany Ticket as a job ticket and Dr. Bike bicycle service
• Family-friendly work environment: cooperation with childcare providers, free holiday care, advice for employees with family members in need of care.
• Excellent health, prevention and sports programs
• Our staff restaurant offers a wide selection of culinary options; further options are available in the "Health Kitchen" cafés and bistros, and in a supermarket directly on the premises.

Requirements

• Completed university degree (Master of Science (MSc) or Diploma) in immunology, cell biology, biomedicine, molecular medicine or a related field of life sciences
• Practical experience or strong interest in high-dimensional flow cytometry, cell culture, confocal microscopy and bioinformatic analyses
• Prior knowledge or strong interest in immunology and pathogen-host interaction
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Good communication skills

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Application Portal.

For more information, kndly visit the Universitätsklinikum Hamburg Eppendorf webpage.