PhD positions; f​/m​/d

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Various departments and institutes of the UME and the cooperating Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e.V., Dortmund Job  : 12910

Start Date : 01.04.2026

Part‑time employment / 25,025 h Contract Type :
Temporary Contract duration : 31.03.2029; in accordance with §2 (2) WissZeitVG for the duration of the project

Opportunity to conduct high‑level interdisciplinary experimental research projects in the RTG 2989. The RTG 2989 «Targeting cellular interfaces in Reperfused Acute Myocardial Infarction (TCI repAMI)» offers outstanding internationally‑oriented interdisciplinary scientific research and training opportunities for graduates of experimental life sciences and (bio) medicine with interest in basic and translational cardiovascular research.

You find details on the single projects at our website : https : / /  / grk
2989 / (please indicate up to three preferred projects in the RTG application form)

Work in a stimulating interdisciplinary and internationally‑oriented academic environment at the University Hospital Essen and the cooperating Leibniz‑Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e.V., Dortmund

Depending on the positions to be filled, you will be employed at the University of Duisburg‑Essen or at ISAS e.V. Dortmund

• Talented and enthusiastic candidates with high interest in the research topic of RTG 2989
• Strong Diploma / Master degree in Cell or Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Experimental Medicine or related fields
• High motivation and commitment for active cross‑disciplinary collaboration
• Abilities for problem‑solving and independent work
• Work with laboratory animals may be obligatory (depending on the project)
• Fluent in spoken and written English (knowledge of German is not a requirement)

• Innovative cross‑disciplinary scientific training for PhD and MD students at the interface between cardiovascular research and infection / immunology

• Funding for active participation in workshops and conferences and international visits to collaboration partners
• Regular supervision and mentoring
• Excellent career opportunities
• Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments
• Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards
• Family‑friendly corporate culture

• The pay grade classification depends on the personal and collective legal prerequisites
• The University Hospital Essen and the cooperating Leibniz‑Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e.V., Dortmund are equal opportunity employers. Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Disabled applicants will be preferentially considered in case of equivalent qualification.

You will find detailed information on the job advertisement and contact persons behind the button – Apply now :

https : / /  / Vacancies / 12910 / Application / Check Login / 1

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