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Research Assistant/PhD Candidate in Molecular Biology at the University of Hamburg 2026

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The University of Hamburg is looking for a highly motivated and talented individual to support our team as part of a PhD program, to explore the fundamental principles of tRNA biosynthesis and apply this knowledge to the development of tRNA-based therapeutics.

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Summary

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Benefits

  • Secure remuneration according to the collective agreement
  • Further training opportunities
  • Company pension scheme
  • Attractive location
  • Flexible working hours
  • Opportunities for reconciling work and family life
  • Health management, EGYM Wellpass
  • Educational leave
  • 30 days of vacation per year

Requirements

  • Master's degree in molecular and cell biology (e.g., molecular biology, molecular biotechnology)
  • Experimental knowledge in post-transcriptional processing of RNA (especially tRNA), including splicing, modifications, aminoacylation and related processes.
  • Background in research and development of translation-oriented therapeutics, preferably RNA-based therapeutics
  • experimental experience with RNA
  • Experience in bioinformatics and scripting skills are advantageous.
  • very good English skills

Application Documents

  • Application letter/letter of motivation
  • CV
  • university degree
  • Contact details for two references who would write a letter of recommendation upon request.

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

Application Deadline

March 11, 2026

How To Apply

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

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