Bergisch Gladbach: Master Student– Impact of CAR-T Cells on the Tumor Microenvironment Using 2D & 3D Imaging (m|f|d)

Company Description

For 35 years, we have been developing cutting-edge science and technology to empower biomedical research and personalized medicine. We combine excellence from more than 60 disciplines in natural sciences, engineering, and informatics to make a significant contribution to biomedical sciences. We encourage a creative working environment driven by pioneering spirit– to seek new horizons – boldly envisioning the future and turning it into reality. Today, more than 4,900 experts from over 50 countries contribute to our sustainable success.

Job Description

• You will generate CAR T-cells from primary human material using isolation, activation, transduction, and expansion techniques.
• You will perform co-culture assays to validate CAR T-cell performance, including cytotoxicity, phenotyping, and cytokine production measurements.
• You will employ 3D and 2D imaging workflows for the characterization of the tumor microenvironment.
• You will test novel reagents for 3D imaging to characterize tumor cells.
• This position offers you a unique opportunity to obtain your Master’s degree while staying abreast of the latest developments in therapies and the field of imaging.

Qualifications

• You are an enrolled student and have a Bsc. degree in biology.
• You should be familiar with cellular biology techniques e.g. isolation of PBMC, lentiviral transduction, and co-culture systems.
• You should have basic imaging skills, such as fluorescence and confocal microscopy as well as histological techniques e.g H&E & Immunohistochemistry.
• You are well organised, flexible, and conscientiously document your laboratory results.
• You are curious and eager to learn.
• Teamwork and open communication are part of your key values.
• You are fluent in English.

Additional Information

• Starting date is March 2026
• Your workplace is Bergisch Gladbach.

What we offer

• A modern workplace and exciting opportunities in the development of technologies with a secure future.
• Diversity: International teams and cross-border intercultural communication  
• Room for creativity: It’s the most clever solution that we always strive for 
• Health & Sport: We offer a wide range of corporate sports activities and health provision 
• Miltenyi University: A clever mind never stops learning, take advantage of our inhouse Training Academy 

Diversity is the bedrock of our creativity. 

Our mission: To innovate treatments and technologies and tackle the world’s most serious health challenges. And that’s why we connect the dots –across various disciplines, linking different perspectives, skills, and abilities. 

You and your talent are welcome here in our inclusive and collaborative environment. So come as you are. Regardless of gender, sexual identity, age, ethnicity, religion or disability. 

Become part of our team and focus on pushing the borders of medicine. 

We are looking forward to your application

You have the skills and qualifications required for this position, please use the link to send us your documents (cover letter, resume, references and certificates).

Job Category:ScienceWorking time:Full Time