Doctoral Candidate (PhD) / Junior Research Assistant (all genders) - Institute for Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine

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Doctoral Candidate (PhD) / Junior Research Assistant (all genders) - Institute for Clinical Chemistry and Laboratory Medicine

Main tasks

The Endothelial Cell Biology group (AG Beerens) investigates the molecular mechanisms that control cardiovascular development and disease using advanced in vitro, zebrafish and mouse models, with subsequent validation in patient material.

We have identified several molecules and signaling pathways that are remarkably active in the cardiovascular system, but whose function during development or disease is still unknown.

We are therefore looking for a highly motivated PhD student to further investigate their role during cardiovascular development and disease.

The ideal candidate is driven, curious, and willing to work in an international team of scientists and clinicians to explore new hypotheses and insights relevant to human disease.

Previous laboratory experience is recommended but not required.

As part of the work in a DFG-funded project, a dissertation in the natural sciences (Dr. rer. nat. / PhD) is to be completed.

The position is to be filled with 65% of the regular weekly working hours for an initial period of three years.

Your tasks :

• Writing and presenting your research results
• FACS analyses, fluorescence microscopy, immunoblotting, cell culture work, coagulation tests, ELISA, protein isolation, etc.
• Critical thinking and an analytical mindset
• Planning and execution of in vitro and animal studies

Your Profile

• Completed scientific university degree in biology, pharmacy, chemistry, biochemistry or a comparable natural science degree program
• Interest in scientific issues, in particular the cardiovascular system
• Good knowledge of English and MS Office
• Ability to work in a team, commitment, flexibility, independence, coordination and organizational skills

Immunity status

Please note that employment is only possible if there is complete proof of immunization or immunity against the measles virus in accordance with the applicable (legal and medical) requirements.

You must provide proof of this by means of appropriate documents (. vaccination certificate) before commencing employment.

Our Offer

• Regular pay according to TVöD / VKA; attractive company pension plan and various employee discounts
• 30 days of vacation; possibility of special leave
• Central location : Our clinic is centrally located at the beautiful Eppendorfer Park
• Sustainable travel : subsidies for the "Deutschlandticket" and Dr. Bike bicycle service
• Crisis-proof workplace, meaningful activity, appreciative interaction and open exchange of knowledge within the team; structured induction training
• Opportunity to actively shape and develop the working environment within the framework of our employee program (UKE INside).
• Family-friendly working environment : cooperation on childcare, free vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
• Excellent health, prevention and sports offers
• Healthy and varied lunch break : In addition to our canteen, there is a rich selection of culinary offerings just a few steps away, for example the "Health Kitchen" cafés and bistros, as well as other snack bars, bakers, a supermarket, etc.
• An innovative working environment in the heart of Hamburg
• Presentation of the results obtained at national and international conferences
• Scientific work in a young and highly motivated team

Contact

Contact to the department

Dr. Manu Beerens

49 (0) 40 7410-51905

Recruiting contact

Recruiting Team

49 (0) 40 7410-52599

About us

We live diversity and value variety

We offer a work environment providing equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, 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 disability with equal aptitude, competence and professional performance will be given priority.

Learn more about "Diversity at UKE" here.

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