Doctoral Research Associate (PhD Student)

Staatliche Hochschule für Musik und Darstellende Kunst Mannheim; Altenberge; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Universitätsklinikum Münster is seeking a Doctoral Research Associate (PhD Student) for their Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology. This part-time position involves advancing research on ion channels within a multidisciplinary team. The role includes structured PhD training and offers excellent career development opportunities in a supportive, international environment.

Leistungen

Structured PhD training

State-of-the-art laboratories

Excellent career development opportunities

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentoring

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in a relevant field required.
• Experience with ion channel or receptor studies desirable.
• Motivation for structured PhD training.

Aufgaben

• Advancing research on the pharmacology and physiology of ion channels.
• Training PhD students in chemical biology.
• Exploring molecular mechanisms controlling human sperm function.

Kenntnisse

Commitment to multidisciplinary work

Interest in ion channels in reproduction

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, physics, or similar

Jobbeschreibung

Doctoral Research Associate (PhD Student) (gn)

• Initially limited for three years | starting date: 01.10.2025 | part-time with 65% | Salary according to TV-L E 13 | Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology - research training group "Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion)" | Job ID: 10796
• We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility. To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to scientific expertise in the research training group "Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion)" at the Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology - ideally with you on board!
• RESPONSIBILITIES: An interdisciplinary team of 13 scientists at the University of Münster advances the pharmacology and physiology of ion channels using innovative chemical tools. We train PhD students in chemical biology, supporting their development into skilled, independent, and internationally minded scientists. The Molecular Reproductive Physiology group, led by Timo Strünker, explores molecular mechanisms controlling human sperm function and fertilization, focusing on ion channel physiology using techniques like electrophysiology, fluorometric imaging (Ca²⁺, pH, membrane potential), and microscopy. Join us to enhance understanding of ion channel physiology in a dynamic, supportive, and international environment.
• REQUIREMENTS: Commitment to multidisciplinary work, motivation for structured PhD training, interest in ion channels in reproduction, Master’s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, physics, or similar. Experience with ion channel or receptor studies is desirable but not required.
• WE OFFER: Structured PhD training, international and motivated team, mentoring, state-of-the-art laboratories, innovative technologies, excellent career development opportunities.
• For inquiries, contact Prof. Timo Strünker at T [phone]. Apply via our portal by 02.07.2025, including cover letter, CV, and a letter of recommendation.
• BENEFITS: Exciting projects, professional development, interdisciplinary collaboration, part of research innovation, additional benefits.
• Note: "gn" indicates gender neutrality.
• The University Hospital of Münster is a leading hospital in Germany. Your individual commitment is vital for our success and patient care. We offer many development opportunities at Universitätsklinikum Münster, Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Gebäude D5, 48149 Münster, www.ukm.de.