PhD Skin Aging

As part of your PhD in our Skin Rejuvenation and Longevity laboratory, you will:

• Use cell- and molecular biological methods combined with bioinformatic approaches to gain new insights into the complex processes of skin aging and to deduce novel skin rejuvenation concepts and hypotheses.
• Be part of a friendly interdisciplinary team of bioinformaticians and biologists
• Gain insights into the R&D processes of a leading global skin care company.

• Master's degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology, biomedical sciences with basic knowledge in bioinformatics (R/python, omics data analysis)
• Experience in cell culture, cell analysis and standard molecular biology techniques (e.g. nucleic acid extraction, protein purification, Knockdown/Overexpression)
• Desirable experience in immunoprecipitation, CRISPR/Cas9 editing and/or omics technologies
• Experiences in programming with R and familiar in working on a Linux system, in analyzing genome-wide NGS data (e.g., RNA-Seq and or EM-Seq/ WGBS) is a bonus
• Highly motivated to work molecular biologically and bioinformatically
• Problem-solving mentality
• Strong team orientation
  Strong written and oral communication in English

At Beiersdorf, we want to help people feel good about their skin – and our commitment goes far beyond caring for skin. For 140 years, we have developed innovative skin and body care products for well-known brands such as NIVEA, Eucerin, La Prairie, Hansaplast, and Labello. We act according to our purpose, WE CARE BEYOND SKIN, and take responsibility for our consumers, our employees, the environment and society.

Behind every brand, every product and every accomplishment are our more than 20,000 employees. It is for them that we live an inclusive culture of respect and trust that is strongly aligned with our values – CARE, COURAGE, SIMPLICITY and TRUST. We also embrace diversity by valuing the uniqueness of each individual and being committed to equal opportunities for all.

We offer excellent opportunities for natural science researchers who would like to do their PhD dissertations in our Research & Development environment. With more than 450 researchers, our main Skin Research Centre in Hamburg is one of the largest and most advanced in Germany - and one of the most important in the world.

As a PhD student at Beiersdorf, you will enjoy several benefits:

• Highly relevant and challenging scientific topics
• Supervision by senior researchers from Beiersdorf and their scientific partners
• A high level of education, equivalent to renowned institutes and universities

If you have any questions, please contact our recruiter Isabel Warnecke via