PhD student

Main tasksBasic 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 TasksConduct and analyze complex experimental studies using human biopsies and mouse modelsApply and develop cutting-edge techniques in immunology, cell biology, molecular biologyEstablish and maintain collaborative projects within CRC1700 and with international collaboratorsPresent research findings at internal events as well as national and international conferencesPreparation of research articles of the project and any topic-related review articlesContribute to peer reviewing workSupervise undergraduate and graduate studentsThis 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 ProfileCompleted scientific studies (Master of Science degree) in immunology, cell biology, biomedical sciences, molecular medicine, human biology, biochemistry, or a related life science fieldHands-on experience or strong interests in high-dimensional flow cytometry, confocal microscopy, cell culture, animal experimentation, bioinformatic analysesStrong interest in interdisciplinary cooperation within a big consortium, as well as with collaborators internationallyGood communication skillsProficiency in written and spoken EnglishImmunity statusPlease 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 OfferStructured 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/VKASecure employment with meaningful work and respectful collaborationComprehensive onboarding and open knowledge exchange within the teamExtensive training and further education programs at our UKE Academy for Education and CareersOpportunities to contribute to our "UKE INside" personnel policy through cross-professional and cross-hierarchical projectsSustainable travel: subsidies for the Deutschlandticket as a job ticket, and Dr. Bike bicycle serviceFamily-friendly working environment: cooperation on childcare, free vacation childcare, advice for employees with relatives in need of careExcellent health, wellness, and sports programsA wide range of dining options in our staff restaurant, with additional choices available at the "Health Kitchen" cafés, bistros, and an on-site supermarketContactContact to the departmentProf. Dr. Christoph Schrammspokesperson of the CRC 1700 Recruiting contactRecruiting Team About UsWe live diversity and value varietyWe 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.> Learn more about "Diversity at UKE" here.