PhD Student (gn*) Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology

University Hospital of Muenster (UKM), WWU; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 20.000 - 40.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading German university hospital is seeking candidates for a three-year part-time PhD position in Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology. The ideal candidate will have a degree in pharmacy or a Master's in a related field and demonstrate a strong interest in multidisciplinary research. Responsibilities include characterizing Kv7 channels and collaborating on innovative techniques. The position offers a structured training program, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment. Apply by January 7, 2026.

Leistungen

Structured PhD training program

Competitive salary

30 days vacation plus additional holidays

Health and work-life balance support

Additional benefits like sports programs and company events

Qualifikationen

• State examination degree in pharmacy or alternatively a Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology.
• Strong interest in working in a multidisciplinary team.
• High motivation and ambition.
• Excellent command of spoken and written English.

Aufgaben

• Characterization of modulators and functional analysis of Kv7 channels and/or proteases.
• Working with transfection of heteromeric channel constructs.

Kenntnisse

Team collaboration

Excellent English communication

High motivation and ambition

Willingness to learn German

Ausbildung

State examination degree in pharmacy or Master's in chemistry, biochemistry, or biology

Jobbeschreibung

Fixed term of 3 years | Part-time with 65 % | Salary according to TV-L | IfGH-Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology

We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.

The position is linked to the research group of Prof. Dr. Guiscard Seebohm (IfGH-Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology).

The Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology group is positioned at the University of Münster. The group often teams up with other research groups with complementary expertise to study physiological and chemical biology of proteins like ion channels and proteases. The group tackles questions in the field of ion channels and proteases with innovative physiological, 3D modeling, structural elucidation and (bio-)chemical methods, interconnecting biochemistry, pharmacology, and medicine and foster the individual development of young researchers. Further information: https://www.medizin.uni-muenster.de/ifgh/abteilung-zellulaere-elektrophysiologie/forschung.html

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific expertise – ideally with you on board!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Characterization of modulators and functional analysis of Kv7 channels and/or proteases
• Working with transfection of heteromeric channel constructs; different electrophysiology techniques in oocytes and cells, stem cell derived 2D-cell cultures; high resolution microscopy; 3D modeling protein of individual electrical active cells and cells in a tissue like conformation

REQUIREMENTS

• State examination degree in pharmacy or alternatively a Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or biology
• Strong interest in working in an multidisciplinary team
• High motivation and ambition
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Very good Communication skills and team spirit
• German language skills are not a requirement but willingness to learn is desirable

WE OFFER

• Structured 3-year cutting-edge PhD student training program in and beyond the fields mentioned above
• Competitive, interdisciplinary environment with a track record of intense mutual collaboration Individual training-through-research, program extends to further elements such as lab rotation and symposia
• Association to a local graduate school is possible
• Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
• 30 days of vacation per year, plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• A wide range of training and professional development opportunities
• A respectful and appreciative work environment within a diverse team
• Support and advisory services for health and work-life balance
• Additional benefits such as sports programs, job ticket, company events, cafeteria, and emergency childcare

For inquiries, please contact: Guiscard Seebohm, [e-mail]

Apply now via our career portal by January 7, 2026.

Please include: a CV, certificates, field of expertise, motivation letter (0.5 pages). A reference letter is welcome.

Applications of women are specifically invited. In the case of similar qualifications, competence, and specific achievements, women will be considered on preferential terms within the framework of the legal possibilities. Handicapped candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference. Due to legal requirements working with us is only permitted with complete vaccination against measles.

(*gn=gender neutral)