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PhD position (f/m/d) Zellbiochemie

Universitätsmedizin ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô (UMG)

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Temporary
Part Time
Published: 2025-02-10

The Institut für Zellbiochemie of the University Medical Centre ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is looking for a new position for the earliest start date

PhD position (f/m/d)

part time, limited for 3 years
Remuneration according to TV-L

Mitochondria are essential cellular organelles that are pivotal for life. Their function critally relies on the maintenance of functional mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) and failure to do so can cause devastating diseases including mitochondrial disorders, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, diabetes, and cardiac disorders as well as drive the aging process. Despite its importance, many aspects of maintaining mtDNA remain poorly understood. This project will employ advanced molecular biology techniques, genetic mouse models, biochemical assays, and computational approaches to uncover the mechanisms ensuring the maintenance of functional mtDNA in somatic tissues throughout a lifetime. Our group is located in the Department of Cellular Biochemistry at the University Medical Center ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô. ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is an international student city located in the center of Germany, where besides the University and University Medical Center a number of renowned institutes such as the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences are located, providing a stimulating collaborative environment.

Your tasks

  • combine cutting-edge wet-lab and computational methods to dissect fundamental processes in mitochondrial molecular biology with high biomedical relevance
  • drive your own research project in a stimulating, international and collaborative environment
  • present & communicate research results at national and international scientific meetings
  • gain experience in mentoring and teaching of students

Your qualifications

  • you are a motivated and enthusiastic scientist who can work independently but also in a team
  • you should hold a BSc/MSc degree in life sciences such as molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or a related subject. Previous experience in computational biology is advantageous, but not required
  • fluent English language skills (written and spoken) are required

We offer

  • you will work in a high-impact research field with biomedical relevance embedded in the collaborative environment of the ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô Campus including several supportive facilities and inspiring research consortia
  • small and diverse research group with a strong team spirit and an open-minded, collaborative and respectful working atmosphere
  • fixed termed position (65%) for 3 years, salary will be in accordance to the German Public Sector Collective Agreement (TV-L)
  • starting date: as soon as possible
  • the UMG is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals
  • we further strive for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds

We look forward to receiving your application!



The University Medical Center ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With over 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. More than 60 clinics, institutes and departments stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research and modern teaching.

³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.

Our goal as University Medical Center ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.

Universitätsmedizin ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô
Institut für Zellbiochemie

Dr. Laura Kremer

Robert-Koch-Straße 40
37073 ³Òö³Ù³Ù¾±²Ô²µ±ð²Ô

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