PhD student for the validation of a novel housing system for laboratory mice (f/m/d)

Karlstad University; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institute is seeking a PhD student to validate a novel housing system for laboratory mice. This part-time role involves significant scientific research, including behavioral diagnostics and molecular biology analyses. The position offers flexible working hours, extensive training opportunities, and a supportive environment for scientific development.

Leistungen

Trust-based working hours

30 days annual leave

Attractive subsidy for company ticket

Comprehensive training opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Completed university degree in relevant field.
• Experience with cell biology and molecular biology methods.

Aufgaben

• Design and validate a novel housing system for laboratory mice.
• Conduct molecular and cell biology analyses.
• Prepare scientific publications and presentations.

Kenntnisse

Behavioral Biology

Neurobiology

Teamwork

Flexibility

English

German

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Biology

Diploma in Biochemistry

Tools

Flow Cytometry

Real-Time PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Jobbeschreibung

PhD student for the validation of a novel housing system for laboratory mice (f/m/d)

The Department of Experimental Toxicology and ZEBET at the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) is looking to fill the following position with immediate effect as part of a third-party funded project:

PhD student for the validation of a novel housing system for laboratory mice (f/m/d)

The BfR independently prepares expert opinions and statements on issues of food, feed and chemical safety and consumer health protection in Germany on the basis of internationally recognised scientific evaluation criteria. It advises the Federal Government and other institutions and interest groups in these areas. The BfR thus makes an important contribution to the protection of human health.

The position is part-time, with 65% of the regular weekly working hours (currently 25.35 hours) and should be used for a doctorate. Participation in the accompanying doctoral program is compulsory. This serves to impart both scientific and methodological knowledge and offers the opportunity to regularly present doctoral projects in internal events and benefit from scientific exchange.

You can find information on the remit of the Divisionhere on our homepage.

Tasks:

As part of the Refinement Reference Centre project funded by the BMBF, the BfR is coordinating the sub-projects involving the design and validation of a housing system for mice and the analysis of the effects of housing conditions on the immune phenotype and immune resilience. The aim of the project is to analyse the effects of an animal-friendly housing system on the welfare of laboratory animals and to compare it with the current standard housing conditions. Indicators of well-being include both the behaviour of the animals and physiological parameters relating to stress, metabolism, body composition, bone and muscle health, and neuroplasticity. The effects of housing conditions on the immune phenotype and immune resilience of the animals are also being investigated.The activities include in detail:

• participation in the design and validation of a novel housing system for laboratory animals
• Functional behavioural diagnostics using behavioural tests to characterise mice in terms of their cognitive, social and emotional behavioural spectrum
• Molecular and cell biology analyses of neuroplasticity, endocrinology and immunology using established techniques (e.g. immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry, high-performance liquid chromatography, real-time PCR)
• Preparation of scientific publications and presentations at conferences and in expert committees in conjunction with business trips

Your profile

• Completed university degree (Master's, Diploma or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, neuroscience, (veterinary) medicine or a comparable field
• Comprehensive knowledge of behavioural biology/laboratory animal science and neurobiology
• Experience with cell biology and molecular biology methods
• Very good written and spoken English
• Very good IT skills in Office and statistics programmes
• A conscientious approach to work, flexibility, and good teamwork skill
• Proficiency in German
• Enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment
• Experience in handling laboratory animals (including breeding and care)
• Enthusiasm for scientific work and writing technical article

What we can offer you

• Trust-based working hours
• 30 days’ annual leave (5-day week) plus 24 and 31 December as non-working days
• Attractive subsidy for the company ticket (Deutschlandticket Job)
• Possibility of hybrid working
• Very good connection to the public transport network
• Comprehensive further training opportunities for professional and personal development

The interviews are expected to be held on June 23thand 26th.

Please direct any questions in connection with the application process to
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(Please do not send applications to this e-mail address)

If you are unable to apply online, please send your application by post to:

Please address any questions about the area of responsibility to:
Prof. Dr. Lewejohann: T [phone]
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The BfR welcomes applications from people of all nationalities.
The BfR is an innovative scientific institute offering family-friendly working conditions. for which it was awarded the “audit berufundfamilie” (work and family) certificate. The BfR guarantees equal career opportunities for women and men. In the case of equal suitability, severely disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration and are only required to have a minimum level of physical suitability.

Job details

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PhD student for the validation of a novel housing system for laboratory mice (f/m/d)

2025-06-10 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
2025-06-10 23:59 (CET)

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