PhD Position in CRC1479 OncoEscape at the Universitätsklinikum Freiburg 2026

The Department of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology at the University of Freiburg are seeking candidates with an interest in cancer immunology and pediatric oncology to conduct comprehensive in vitro and in vivo functional testing for prevention of immune escape. The available PhD project aims to investigate immune escape mechanisms of pediatric leukemias in the context of modern immunotherapies, particularly CAR T-cell therapies. The goal is to understand the biological basis of therapy-resistant relapses and to translate these findings into new, clinically relevant treatment strategies.

Table of Content

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

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Freiburg
• City to studyBaden-Württemberg
• School to studyUniversity of Freiburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• PhD thesis within a collaborative research center (CRC1479 OncoEscape)

• exceptional environment for translational immunology & oncology research

• motivated team of lymphocyte engineers

• modern laboratory with excellent infrastructure

• widespread local, national and international collaborations

Requirements

• Master degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular medicine or related fields

• strong background in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology

• Experience in and readiness to perform in vivo functional tests in mouse models

• good command of spoken and written English

Application Documents

• CV

• Letter of motivation

• References with contact information

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Eutopia PhD Co-tutelle Call

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Please submit your application via the online portal.

For more information, kindly visit the University of Freiburg webpage.