Universitätsklinikum Köln sucht PhD position (f/m/x) in the area of skin immunobiology – Clinic and Polyclinic for Dermatology and V (KHS-31682) – Bewirb dich jetzt für deinen Traumjob

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» Your tasks

The candidate will use in vivo models and various in vitro biochemical and cell biological approaches to gain insights into the role of proteases in the pathogenesis of allergic contact dermatitis and the interaction between the stroma and the immune system.

You will plan, conduct, and analyze in vivo and in vitro experiments.

You will present your scientific results at national/international meetings and be involved in publication in peer-reviewed journals.

» Your Profile

University master's degree/diploma in natural sciences.
Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
Have a high commitment, flexibility, and a strong sense of responsibility.
Experience in standard laboratory techniques.
The candidate will be actively involved in mouse work; previous experience is desirable but not mandatory.

» Our Offer

The DFG funds the position, and the project's primary focus is to understand at a molecular level how fibroblast-derived metalloproteinase modulates acquired immune responses in the skin.

The research project is a joint venture of the group of Dr. Zigrino and Prof. Dr. Mario Fabri.

The candidate will join a stimulating scientific environment with access to state-of-the-art labs and facilities.

We provide continuous scientific mentoring and opportunities for national and international collaborations.

The applicant will have the opportunity to develop the project and personal strengths through a range of training courses and networking opportunities specifically for doctoral candidates and researchers by participating in the Graduate School for Biological Sciences, University Cologne or Interdisciplinary Program Molecular Medicine at the University of Cologne.

» Your future with us

Working at the University Hospital Cologne and the Medical Faculty means helping to shape the future - the future of medicine, of patients and, of course, your own future. You benefit from 60 clinics and institutes as well as numerous other departments and facilities and more than 12,000 jobs. The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Cologne and the University Hospital Cologne assume important social tasks in research, teaching and patient care. A close network with many university and non-university partners guarantees an internationally successful science and the excellent education of our students.

» Your future in detail

Skin health is the focus at the Clinic and Polyclinic for Dermatology and Venereology. We care for our patients with all current modern methods of diagnostics and therapy, scientifically based and according to the latest medical standards. Please feel free to inform yourself about our offers.