PhD student (m/f/d)

We are announcing a position as

PhD student (m/f/d)

The topic: Targeting IL-13 mediated signaling pathways as a potential therapeutic approach in a mouse model for pulmonary occlusive vasculopathy.

The position (65%) is limited for a time period of three years.

The Research Center Borstel (RCB) is an internationally operating Lung Center within the Leibniz Association, financed by the Federal Government and the State of Schleswig-Holstein. Our central task is basic and translational research in the field of respiratory diseases. We operate extensive laboratory and research infrastructures. Academically, we are closely linked with neighboring universities (Lübeck, Kiel) and clinically with the University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein. Our goal is to improve existing methods for the detection, prevention and treatment of lung diseases and to develop new, innovative therapeutic approaches.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Characterization of ex vivo and in vivo experimental models of pulmonary occlusive vasculopathy
• Investigation of the role of IL-13Rα1- and IL-13Rα2-mediated signalling pathways in IL-13-induced hyperplasia of PASMC in vitro
• Determination of the efficacy of therapeutic targeting IL-13Rα1- or IL-13Rα2-mediated signalling pathways ex viv and in vivo

YOUR QUALIFICATION

• A master degree （or equivalent）with excellent grades in biology, microbiology or immunology
• Experience in handling of animal and in animal studies
• Strong interest and background in immunology
• Fluency in spoken and written English

OUR OFFER

• Your new workplace is located in a top class research center close to Hamburg
• Participation in a productive and active team
• Personal atmosphere and support
• Payment according to TVöD-VKA incl. all benefits usually offered in the public sector
• Family-friendly working conditions and flexible working hours
• Childcare centre and workplace health promotion

The FZB is certified for the "berufundfamilie" audit and specifically promotes the compatibility of career and family. The under-represented gender is given special consideration while maintaining the same professional and personal aptitude. Severely handicapped persons with otherwise equal aptitude are also given preferential consideration.

For more information about our certifications, please visit our homepage.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Xinhua Yu on 04537-1882520. Please send your application with the usual documents (without photo) up to 15.10.2024 to our website www.fz-borstel.de.