PhD position in experimental cardiovascular research

About the Project

2 PhD positions in experimental cardiovascular research with a focus on inflammation and cardio-immunology in the context of myocardial remodeling and atherosclerosis.

Cardiovascular diseases are the number one cause of morbidity and mortality in Western societies. By applying cutting-edge tools in cell phenotyping, imaging, and transcriptomics, we focus on the contribution of innate and adaptive immune cells to cardiovascular biology, bridging immunology and cardiovascular pathology. A special interest lies in cell biology and in the molecular signaling pathways that drive (cardio-)vascular inflammation and immunology. In addition, we will explore the potential of novel immune-cell therapies to treat cardiovascular diseases.

We offer

• The opportunity to work on fascinating scientific topics in an international and highly collaborative research environment of the Collaborative Research Center (CRC1525) “Cardio-ImmuneInterfaces”
• Continuous scientific mentoring and career support
• PhD candidates enroll in the Graduate School of Life Sciences in Würzburg
• Competitive TV-L salary

Qualification profile

• You have completed a university degree in life sciences or related areas.
• You have previous hands-on experience with experimental models in the field of inflammation and cardiovascular research.
• You are highly motivated with an intrinsic interest in research on molecular mechanisms underlying cardiovascular diseases
• You have the ability to work in a team, possess self-initiative and creativity, as well as an independent way of working.
• You have very good knowledge of spoken and written English

The University of Würzburg is an equal opportunity employer. As such, we explicitly encourage applications from qualified women. Severely handicapped applicants will be given preferential consideration when equally qualified.

Interested candidates should send their application, including a single-page motivation letter, CV including past research experience, list of publications, and contact details of two referees as a single PDF file (less than 10 MB) to: zernecke_a@ukw.de

Presentation costs cannot be refunded. Videoconference interviews are welcome for an initial interview