PhD Student - Respiratory Infections

(We are targeting applicants of all genders)
Part Time (26h/week) | initially limited to 1 year | Announcement number: 340-2024

We are looking for a highly motivated PhD candidate to join the experimental research group of Prof. Rohde at the Department of Respiratory Medicine/Allergology (Medical Clinic 1 - Biomedical Research Laboratory). 

The research focus of this group are respiratory infections in the context of chronic lung diseases. The candidate will work on a project investigating polymicrobial and host-microbe interactions in cystic fibrosis lung disease.

Your role

• You will investigate interactions of respiratory pathogens with host cells and with each other using in vitro and ex vivo models of cystic fibrosis lung disease and other chronic respiratory diseases
• You will plan and conduct experiments and ensure thorough documentation and analysis of data
• You will further develop and expand existing experimental models to address the project's research questions
• You will contribute to the writing of scientific manuscripts, conference contributions and reports

Who you are

• You hold a Master of Science degree in biology, life sciences, microbiology or a related field, or you are about to complete your degree in the next three months
• You have experience with tissue culture models (ideally using primary cells) and different molecular biological techniques (e.g. qRT-PCR, Western Blot)
• Experience in 3D culture models, flow cytometry, and/or immunofluorescence imaging is considered a plus
• You are highly motivated, well organized and enjoy working in a team
• You have good communication skills and are highly proficient in both spoken and written English
• Due to legal regulations, valid proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is required.

What we offer

• Collective agreement: In addition to an attractive salary based on a collective agreement with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes
• Mobility: Free public transport in all Hessen (Free State Ticket Hessen)
• Campus: Our attractive university hospital campus offers a modern cafeteria, various cafes, and opportunities to rest in numerous green spaces. A walk on the riverside of the Main offers relaxation during breaks
• Work-Life-Balance: We offer childcare in our daycare center (if you have any questions, please contact Ms. Häfner at 069 / 6301 83863), child care during holidays
• Health Promotion: Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise.
• Professional development: Internal and external training for your professional development
• Any questions? Many answers can be found in our FAQs for new employees. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Women are underrepresented in these positions at the University Hospital Frankfurt. Applications from women are therefore particularly welcome. Disabled applicants are preferred if they have the same personal and professional qualifications.

Join our team

Use the time until May 5, 2024 to apply. Please submit your online application including a possible starting date and your salary expectations. For further information regarding the position and project, please contact Dr. Carla Bellinghausen via e-mail c.bellinghausen@med.uni-frankfurt.de or via phone: 069-6301 4591.