PhD Position in Cell Immunobiology: A PhD position is available in the Single Cell Immunobiology Group at the Department of Internal Medicine II in University Medical Center Freiburg. The position focuses on investigating gamma delta T cell development and evolution using state-of-the-art single-cell technologies. The candidate will join the RTG2344 “MeInBio” program, contributing to the study of the development, peripheral adaption, and evolution of gamma delta T cells.
Designation: PhD Student
Research Area: Single Cell Analysis of Gamma Delta T Cell Development and Evolution
Location: Department of Internal Medicine II, University Medical Center Freiburg
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree in biology, molecular medicine, or immunology.
- Experience in basic molecular and cellular biology techniques (cell culture, FACS, qPCR, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of R and/or Python.
- Strong interest and motivation in analyzing datasets, as the position is primarily computational.
- Excellent communication skills in English.
- Ability to work independently and formulate creative hypotheses from data.
Job Description: The PhD student will:
- Conduct single-cell RNA sequencing and other single-cell multimodal profiling using microfluidics and split and pool technologies.
- Perform computational data analysis in collaboration with other scientists.
- Present biological interpretations of datasets during lab meetings, retreats, and collaboration meetings.
What We Offer:
- Initial contract until August 2026, based on the German public service pay scale, with a possibility of extension.
- A flexible environment for skillset development.
- Mentorship for productivity and success resulting in publications without micromanaging.
- Flexible joining date.
Required Documents:
- Motivation letter and CV.
- Bachelor’s and master’s degree certificates.
- Transcript records.
- Minimum two letters of recommendation.
Selection Procedure:
- Presentation of master’s thesis research.
- Presentation of a paper related to single-cell biology.
- Analysis of a sample dataset and presentation of the findings.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their motivation letter, CV, degree certificates, transcript records, and letters of recommendation to the provided email address: [applicant@email.com]. Please use the subject line “Application for PhD Position in Single Cell Immunobiology”.
Last Date for Apply: Until position filled
