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PhD Student (all gender), Translational Pediatric Oncology Research - Clinic for Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine

Anstellungsart: Limited Contract

Arbeitsmodell: Part Time

Ausschreibungsnummer: 2151864



...you're in the middle of it

We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student to join the Translational Pediatric Oncology Research Group of Prof. Dr. Christian Braun at the Department of Pediatrics (Director: Prof. Jan-Henning Klusmann), University Hospital Frankfurt.

Our group investigates how dysregulated gene-expression programs contribute to the development and progression of pediatric cancers, with the overarching goal of identifying new therapeutic vulnerabilities. We combine advanced CRISPR-based screening approaches with transcriptomic and proteomic profiling and employ patient-derived cancer models to uncover the molecular mechanisms that drive high-risk tumors.
The successful candidate will become part of an interdisciplinary and collaborative team committed to translating molecular insights into new precision-oncology strategies for children with cancer.
The project offers substantial freedom to develop your own scientific ideas, access to advanced technologies and patient-derived cancer models, and the opportunity to contribute to research with real impact.
Your Role:
Design and perform CRISPR-based genetic perturbation screens in patient-derived and engineered cancer models
Analyze and interpret epigenetic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets using state-of-the-art statistical and computational approaches
Functionally validate candidate genes, pathways, and molecular mechanisms in cellular model systems
Contribute to the development and preclinical evaluation of targeted therapeutic strategies for high-risk pediatric tumors
Present results within the research group and at scientific meetings, and contribute to publications
Collaborate closely with clinicians, molecular biologists, and computational scientists within an interdisciplinary environment



... your skills are what we're looking for

Master’s degree in Life Sciences or a related discipline
Strong interest in uncovering novel therapeutic strategies and in understanding epigenetic and transcriptional mechanisms of gene regulation
Practical experience with standard molecular biology techniques (e.g., cloning, PCR, flow cytometry)
Basic proficiency in bioinformatics and experience analyzing high-throughput datasets (e.g., RNA-seq, proteomics)
Motivation to work independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research team
Excellent communication skills and proficiency in written and spoken English
Due to legal regulations, valid proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is required.


... you'll be offered a lot

In addition to an attractive salary based on a collective agreement (TV-G-U, E13)with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes

The position is part time 26h/week, initially limited to one year, with the possibility of extension.

Internal and external training for your professional development
Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise
We offer childcare in our daycare center (if you have any questions, please contact UKF-Familienservice), child care during holidays
Free public transport in all Hessen (Free State Ticket Hessen)
Uniklinik-Campus, Mensa, Cafés
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It's time to join our team

Contact: Prof. Dr. Christian Braun
Email: cbraun@uni-frankfurt.de
Application Deadline: 20.12.2025

Required application documents
: Please include a brief paragraph outlining your motivation for applying to this PhD position, CV, employment references





We welcome applications from candidates of all genders. Women are currently underrepresented in these positions at Universitätsmedizin Frankfurt. Therefore, applications from women are especially encouraged. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal personal and professional qualifications.



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