Funded PhD Position in Glycobiology and Cancer Research

PhDFinder; Kirchberg an der Pielach; Vor Ort; EUR 30 000 - 40 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading academic institution is offering a fully funded PhD position in Glycobiology and Cancer Research. This role includes interdisciplinary collaboration and access to advanced technologies, along with comprehensive training within a recognized PhD program at the Medical University of Vienna. Ideal candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and a strong interest in cancer biology.

Leistungen

Fully funded position

Access to advanced technologies

Comprehensive training program

Mentorship within the Penninger Lab

Collaborative research opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Demonstrated interest in glycobiology and cancer biology.
• Laboratory experience in cell culture, experience with mouse/organoids.
• Interdisciplinary research skills.

Aufgaben

• Investigating alterations in glycan structures during cancer progression.
• Research using organoid models and single-cell RNA sequencing.
• Collaboration with Nagoya University for research stays.

Kenntnisse

Teamwork skills

Motivation

Scientific curiosity

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline

Tools

Mass spectrometry

Jobbeschreibung

University: Medical University of Vienna

Country: Austria

Deadline: Rolling basis until filled

The Medical University of Vienna is inviting applications for a fully funded PhD position in Glycobiology and Cancer Research, with collaborative opportunities at Nagoya University, Japan. The project aims to investigate alterations in glycan structures during cancer progression and the influence of glycosylation programs in mammary gland development, breast cancer, and infant health. Research will utilize organoid models, single-cell RNA sequencing, glycoproteomics, and mouse models.

Requirements

– Master’s degree in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline

– Demonstrated interest in glycobiology, cancer biology, and interdisciplinary research

– Laboratory experience in cell culture (experience with mouse/organoids; mass spectrometry skills are advantageous)

– Strong motivation, teamwork skills, and scientific curiosity

What Is Offered

– Fully funded PhD position within an interdisciplinary and internationally recognized research environment

– Access to advanced technologies (e.g., next-generation sequencing, proteomics)

– Comprehensive training through the Medical University of Vienna’s PhD program

– Collaborative research with Nagoya University, including research stays abroad

– Mentorship within the Penninger Lab, noted for excellence in research and support

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should submit the following documents to [e-mail]:

– Curriculum Vitae (CV)

– Brief letter of motivation

– Contact information for two referees

Applications are considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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