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PhD student (all genders) - CRC 1700 "Immune regulation in the liver: from homeostasis to disease"

Job-ID:

J

Contract Type:

Temporary

Employment Type:

Part time

Closing Date:

Organization:

UKE_Zentrum für Innere Medizin

Category:

Research & Science

Department:

I. Med. Klinik

Main tasks

Basic researchers and clinician scientists form functional and interacting research units at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf. The Collaborative Research Center (SFB) 1700 entered its first funding period on April 1, 2025, and we are looking for dedicated scientists in the fields of immunology, cell biology, biomedicine, molecular medicine, human biology, or biochemistry for the new junior research group led by Hao Huang, PhD.

This project is embedded within the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 1700, "Immune regulation of the liver: from homeostasis to disease". It contributes to the CRC's overarching goal of understanding the mechanisms of hepatic immune regulation that govern the development of tolerance or immune activation. By integrating analyses of valuable human liver biopsies with cutting-edge mouse models, we aim to dissect the ontogeny and functional specialization of heterogeneous hepatic macrophage populations in liver diseases, such as primary sclerosing cholangitis and autoimmune hepatitis.

Your tasks:

• Conduct and analyze complex experimental studies using human biopsies and mouse models
• Apply and develop cutting-edge techniques in immunology, cell biology, molecular biology
• Establish and maintain collaborative projects within CRC1700 and with international collaborators
• Present research findings at internal events as well as national and international conferences
• Preparation of research articles of the project and any topic-related review articles
• Contribute to peer reviewing work
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students

This position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis at a rate of 65% of full time weekly working hours and is limited in time from February 1, 2026, to January 31, 2029 in accordance with the WissZeitVG.

Your Profile

• Completed scientific studies (Master of Science degree) in immunology, cell biology, biomedical sciences, molecular medicine, human biology, biochemistry, or a related life science field
• Hands-on experience or strong interests in high-dimensional flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, cell culture, animal experimentation, bioinformatic analyses
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary cooperation within a big consortium, as well as with collaborators internationally
• Good communication skills
• Proficiency in written and spoken English

Immunity status

Please note that employment is contingent upon proof of immunization or immunity against the measles virus, in accordance with applicable legal and medical requirements. Documentation (e.g., vaccination certificate) must be provided before employment begins.

Our Offer

• Structured doctoral training in the integrated research training group of the CRC 1700, as well as in the Hamburg School for Immunity and Infection (HSII), and with the possibility of further training in other research groups (also abroad)
• Attractive compensation according to TVöD/VKA
• Secure employment with meaningful work and respectful collaboration
• Comprehensive onboarding and open knowledge exchange within the team
• Extensive training and further education programs at our UKE Academy for Education and Careers
• Opportunities to contribute to our "UKE INside" personnel policy through cross-professional and cross-hierarchical projects
• Sustainable travel: subsidies for the Deutschlandticket as a job ticket, and Dr. Bike bicycle service
• Family-friendly working environment: cooperation on childcare, free vacation childcare, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
• Excellent health, wellness, and sports programs
• A wide range of dining options in our staff restaurant, with additional choices available at the "Health Kitchen" cafés, bistros, and an on-site supermarket

Contact
Contact to the department
Prof. Dr. Christoph Schramm

spokesperson of the CRC 1700

Recruiting contact
Recruiting Team

About us

We live diversity and value variety

We offer a work environment that provides equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, ethnic and social origin, or religion. This is confirmed by our accession to the Charter of Diversity. We explicitly aim to increase the proportion of women in management positions, especially among scientific personnel in research and teaching. Women with equal qualifications will be given priority. The same applies in the case of under-representation of one gender in the advertised area. Persons with severe disabilities with equal aptitude, competence, and professional performance will be given priority.

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