PhD positions in Aging Research

Work time

part-time

Start date

01.06.2025

Employment period

limited

Application deadline

30.04.2025

Deployment location Charité

Campus Charité Mitte

Jobcode

4598

Salary group

E13

Working at the Charité

We are pursuing research on the biochemical and molecular basis of longevity regulation to provide novel therapeutic options to prevent and cure age-related diseases like obesity, diabetes, neurodegeneration and cancer. We are interested in genetic pathways and environmental factors that modulate longevity. Besides other topics, we are particularly focused on the role played by mitochondria in lifespan regulation. Based on this, we characterize and identify aging-associated pathways that have been identified by a RNA expression screen of physiological aging in several evolutionary distinct species, including C. elegans, zebrafish, killifish, and mice.

Job overview

• Designing and performing experiments on ageing in vitro and in vivo
• Using diverse experimental methods, including human cell culture, genome editing, molecular biology, RNA analyses, fluorescence microscopy, recombinant protein expression/purification, in vitro biochemical assays
• Generating and analysing transcriptomic/metabolomics/proteomics datasets
• Communicating research outcomes at relevant international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals

That's what we're looking for

• A M.Sc. or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Genetics, Medical Biology, Translational Medicine or a related field
• Expertise and interest in working with biological systems (cells, C. elegans, mice)
• Dedicated to research on aging and age-related disease
• Design and execute creative experiments
• Scientific curiosity and motivation to perform scientifically rigorous experimental work
• Interest in working independently and supervising students
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

This is what the Charité brings

• A highly professional collaboration within a motivated and interdisciplinary team
• A future-oriented, varied and challenging job with high levels of personal responsibility and personal freedom of action
• Intercultural team events, well-structured onboarding with friendly colleagues
• Discounts on various offerings for employees, for example shopping, travel, sports
• Charité has been certified as a family-friendly university and family-friendly company since 2007

Important information about the position

• Salary group E13 according to TVöD VKA- K. The classification is based on qualification, the respective experience level is calculated from the years of professional experience
• The job is a part-time position with 25.02 working hours and limited until 01.06.2028, as it is tied to the project duration
• At our company, 30 days of vacation are standard
• The application deadline is on: 30.04.2025
• Reference number: 4598

Application

Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.

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If you have any questions, please contact

Prof. Michael Ristow
https://expendo.charite.de/en/
iee@charite.de