PhD Position in Cancer Immunology: The Medical Clinic III for Oncology, Hematology, and Rheumatology at the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) invites applications for a part-time PhD position focused on Cancer Immunology. This opportunity involves studying tumor-immune interactions and developing personalized therapeutic strategies in cancer treatment.
Designation: PhD Student (f/m/d)
Research Area: Cancer Immunology, Oncology, Hematology, Immunotherapy
Location:
University Hospital Bonn (UKB)
Venusberg-Campus 1,
53127 Bonn, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in life sciences (biology, immunology, biotechnology, etc.)
- Background in immunology, molecular and cell biology; bioinformatics skills are a plus
- Practical experience in molecular and cell biology techniques, including Western blot and FACS
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
- Enthusiastic and collaborative work attitude
Job Description:
- Conduct research on how modifying cell death pathways following cancer treatment reshapes tumor-immune interactions, particularly in lung and squamous cell cancers.
- Utilize advanced techniques including imaging flowcytometry and single-cell sequencing.
- Collaborate within a dynamic team focused on translational cancer research, combining functional genomics, experimental models, and computational biology.
- Opportunity to work with human samples as well as in vitro and in vivo models.
- Duration: Position is available until September 14, 2028.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications, including a cover letter, CV, certificates, and the names and addresses of two referees, in a single PDF file by email to Prof. Johannes Brägelmann at johannes.braegelmann@uni-bonn.de, citing the job offer reference number ST-27071.
Last Date to Apply: August 31, 2025.