The Department of Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology invites applications for a doctoral research position (PhD). The position is embedded in the DFG-funded Research Unit (RU) 5930, a multidisciplinary collaboration focusing on the identification and characterization of antibodies targeting G protein-coupled receptors (GPCR) and their role in vascular diseases such as pulmonary arterial hypertension and atherosclerosis.
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Summary
- Application DeadlineApril 8, 2026
- Study LevelPhD
- SponsorUniversitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein
- City to studySchleswig-Holstein
- School to studyUniversitätsklinikum Schleswig-Holstein
- Eligible CountryAll Countries
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Benefits
- The salary will be based on the German E13 TV-L scale (65%), if terms and conditions under collective bargaining law are fulfilled
- Participation in the academic programme of FOR 5930, including kick-off meeting, workshops, conferences and courses in state-of-the-art immunology related research
- An ambitious and versatile doctoral project in a highly stimulating national and international research environment
- An interdisciplinary, international research environment with excellent methodological facilities and opportunities for scientific networking and qualification in cutting-edge clinical immunology research
- Close supervision and integration into a structured DFG research group
Requirements
- Completed university degree in life sciences (Master’s degree or equivalent), including human or veterinary medicine, biology, biochemistry or a related discipline and fulfilling the formal requirements for enrolment as a doctoral candidate at the University of Lübeck
- Strong curiosity and enthusiasm for experimental scientific work and excellent command of English
- Ability to work in a team, reliability and an independent, structured, accurate and collaborative working style
- Critical thinking skills and a high level of motivation to contribute your own ideas to a dynamic, interdisciplinary research team and an independent, structured, and collaborative working style
- Experience with molecular and cellular biology techniques as well as knowledge of German are advantageous
Application Documents
Please include the following documents with your application:
- A motivation letter (maximum one page)
- A curriculum vitae (including a list of publications, if applicable)
- Certificates and transcripts of your previous university degrees (BSc/MSc, including transcripts of records)
- At least one letter of recommendation
- Names and email addresses of two potential references
Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship
Application Deadline
April 8, 2026How To Apply
