PhD positions in Neuroscience (f/m/d)

We offer

• A demanding research topic with cutting-edge techniques, in a collaborative research environment. Both PhD students will closely interact and will collaborate in an open-lab concept.
• One of the positions will focus on intravital two-photon microscopy and electrophysiology to investigate cell dynamics in the cortex of disease models. The second position will focus on developing viral vectors for in vivo neural network tracing and neuromodulation to restore motor behavior in the disease models.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and techniques in modern translational neuroscience.
• Benefits by the international Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS) Würzburg providing structured doctoral research training.
• A stimulating working atmosphere in a highly motivated and collegial team, embedded in a large research network investigating Parkinson’s Disease.
• Attractive salary according to TV-L including annual special payment: We value your work and reward you with a fair and competitive salary.
• Company pension scheme: We support your financial security in retirement.
• Flexible working hours and home office: Allows you to organize your working hours flexibly and work partially from home.
• company sports programs: Our own gym and the Milon circuit help you stay fit and healthy. (Training hours: Mon-Fri 4:00 PM to 8:00 AM; Sat-Sun 24h.)
• Own company day-care center with extended opening hours (5:30 – 18:00): To help you better balance work and family.
• Extensive training and further education at our own academy: We promote your personal and professional development.
• A demanding, diverse and capable of development
• A good working atmosphere in a highly motivated and collegial team
  
  

Your Tasks

PhD Student 1

• Working with disease models
• In vivo intravital two-photon microscopy
• In vivo and in vitro electrophysiology
• Computational data analysis
  
  

PhD Student 2

• Establishing and working with disease models.
• Molecular and cellular techniques (cloning, immunolabelling, microscopy)
• Animal experimentation (viral tracing, behavior)
  
  

Your Profile

• M.Sc. degree in neuroscience or related fields.
• Profound interest in cellular and network neuroscience.
• Experience with laboratory techniques, particularly in techniques mentioned above and animal experimentation are advantageous.
• Proficiency in English (both written and spoken); German skills are an asset but not mandatory.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently as well as in a team.
  
  

We look forward to receiving your application (including CV, certificates, brief description of qualifications and research interests).

Prof. Dr. med. Knut Kirmse http://orcid.org/0000-0002-9206-214X

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Robert Blum https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5270-3854

This Is What You Can Look Forward To

• Training and Continuing Education
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Collegiality
• Sport and Fitness Options
• Employee Events
• Corporate Benefits
  
  

Become part of the team: Apply now!

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Robert Blum

Leiter des Projekts ABCA1 (P9)

Tel: +49931 201 23678

Remuneration is in accordance with the relevant collective agreements. Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if they are otherwise equally qualified.

The University Hospital of Würzburg (UKW) offers an innovative and excellent working environment in cutting-edge medicine. Here, employees benefit from state-of-the-art technology, extensive training and career opportunities as well as flexible working time models for an optimal work-life balance. We attach great importance to diversity and inclusion in order to create a respectful and supportive working environment. A strong sense of community and interdisciplinary collaboration are central to our way of working. Würzburg, a city with a high quality of life, offers a wide range of cultural and leisure activities as well as excellent educational opportunities. The UKW takes responsibility for the health of society and promotes an environment that focuses on ethical values and social commitment. Become part of our team and help shape the future of medicine.

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