[ref. s69350501] PhD Position in Translational Stem Cell Research, Neuroscience, Psychiatry

apartmentHector Institute for Translational Brain Research, Central Institute of Mental Health placeMannheim calendar_month10.01.25

A PhD position is available at the

Hector Institute for Translational Brain Research (HITBR)

at the Central Institute of Mental Health (ZI) in Mannheim, Germany******.**

Interfacing fundamental stem cell biology, translational research,

functional assessment and multi-OMICs analyses of human brain cells, the

project will employ changes associated with neuropsychiatric disorders

using human induced pluripotent stem cell-derived cellular models (2D

and 3D cerebral organoids).

The position should start as soon as possible and is for a period of 3 years, with the possibility of an extension.

The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated, team-oriented

graduate, capable of independent working with a strong interest in

neurobiology, psychiatry, stem cell research, biotechnology and disease

modeling. Experience with cell culture techniques, microscopy,

biochemistry or molecular biology techniques is advantageous. Candidates

should hold a diploma or a master’s degree in biology, molecular

biomedicine, biotechnology, or a related subject.

We offer supportive mentoring, comprehensive training in an

innovative field of science, a highly stimulating environment and

well-equipped laboratories featuring the latest cell reprogramming,

neural differentiation, physiology and bioengineering technologies.

The HITBR is associated to the ZI and additionally to the German

Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) located in nearby Heidelberg with the most

modern and state-of-the-art research and multi-OMICs profiling

facilities available.

The PhD position will be integrated into the grad programs of the

University of Heidelberg, Faculty of Biosciences. Successful candidates will be awarded a PhD.

Salary will be according to the German salary scale TV-L E13 (65%). The CIMH is an equal opportunity employer

Please email a brief statement of your research interest, a CV

including academic transcript(s), and names and contact details of two

references to:

Prof. Philipp Koch

Hector Institute for Translational Brain Research (HITBR)

Central Institute of Mental Health

University of Heidelberg

Medical Faculty Mannheim

68159 Mannheim

philipp.koch (at) zi-mannheim. de

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