PhD Position in Immunology/Dendritic Cell Biology: The Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is offering a fully-funded PhD position in Immunology/Dendritic Cell Biology at the Schraml Lab within the Faculty of Medicine. This position provides an excellent opportunity to engage in cutting-edge research into the interactions between developing tissue and dendritic cells, contributing to our understanding of immune development and homeostasis.
Designation
PhD Position in Immunology/Dendritic Cell Biology (M/F/X)
Research Area
- Immune Development
- Dendritic Cell Biology
- Single Cell Technologies
- Immunology
Location
Planegg-Martinsried, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Degree | Completed or pending Master’s in Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biomedicine, or related fields |
| Skills | Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, fluency in English |
| Experience | Preferred experience with flow cytometry, microscopy, stromal cells, or single cell transcriptomics |
| Commitment | Enthusiasm for research and willingness to work in a diverse team environment |
Description
The Schraml Lab focuses on the role of dendritic cells and their interactions with tissue microenvironments in shaping immune responses. The PhD candidate will:
- Explore dendritic cell and stromal cell heterogeneity using high-dimensional flow cytometry and microscopy.
- Employ single-cell transcriptomics, including data integration and computational analysis.
- Study the biological functions of dendritic cells through in vitro and in vivo models.
This position offers a dynamic research environment with a commitment to support doctoral candidates, encouraging participation in research consortia and attendance at international conferences.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should send their application as a single PDF document (max. 2 MB) to Dr. Barbara Schraml at barbara.schraml@bmc.med.lmu.de including:
- Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages, in English).
- A short statement of general research interests (approx. 200 words).
- An explanation of interest in the research and motivation for applying (approx. 200 words).
- Contact details for at least two referees, one of whom should be a direct supervisor.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted by January 30, 2025.
Note
Interviews with pre-selected candidates will take place in February 2025, and the successful candidate can start the research project between April and July 2025.
