Summary
The Institute of Virology at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin invites applications for a PhD position focused on systematic structural biology related to virus infection, specifically Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1). This position is part of a DFG-funded research project in collaboration with the Leibniz Institute for Molecular Pharmacology (FMP).
PhD Position in Systematic Structural Biology of Virus Infection, Charité, Campus Charité Mitte, Germany
Designation
PhD Candidate in Systematic Structural Biology of Virus Infection
Table
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Virology |
| Location | Charité, Campus Charité Mitte |
| Eligibility/Qualification | Degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a comparable field with initial experience in infection biology, structural biology, or proteomics |
| Job Description | Develop methodologies for UV-based structural proteomics, analyze and interpret data, contribute to software solutions, collaborate on national and international projects, and develop and test biological hypotheses. |
| How to Apply | Applications must be submitted via the Charité application portal. For questions, contact Dr. Boris Bogdanow at boris.bogdanow@charite.de. |
| Last Date for Apply | May 15, 2026 |
Research Area
This PhD position will focus on elucidating virus-host protein-protein interactions in infected cells using advanced methods in structural and quantitative proteomics, particularly during HSV-1 infections.
Location
The position is located at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, one of Europe’s largest university hospitals.
Eligibility/Qualification
Candidates should have:
- A degree in Biotechnology, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- Initial practical experience in infection biology, structural biology, or proteomics, preferably during a Master’s thesis.
- A collaborative mindset and readiness to engage in interdisciplinary work.
Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Develop and establish methodologies for UV-based structural proteomics using HSV-1 in cell culture.
- Analyze, interpret, and present data while contributing to software solutions.
- Participate in collaborative projects in herpes virology.
- Formulate biological hypotheses based on data and test them experimentally.
- Dedicate time to personal scientific qualification for obtaining a PhD.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Charité application portal. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Boris Bogdanow via email at boris.bogdanow@charite.de.
Last Date for Apply
All applications must be received by May 15, 2026.
