Summary
Charité is offering a PhD position focused on the molecular characterization of chronic inflammatory bowel diseases, particularly fistulizing Crohn’s disease. This project aims to identify disease-specific interactions and develop novel therapeutic approaches using advanced multi-omics technologies.
PhD Position in Gastroenterology, Infectious Diseases, and Rheumatology, Charité Campus Benjamin Franklin, Germany
Designation
PhD Researcher
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Work Time | Part-time (25.03 hours per week) |
| Start Date | 01.08.2026 |
| Employment Period | Limited until 31.07.2029 |
| Salary Group | E13 according to TVöD VKA-K |
| Application Deadline | 31.05.2026 |
Research Area
- Chronic inflammatory bowel diseases
- Fistulizing Crohn’s disease
- Spatial multi-omics technologies
- Translational research
Location
Charité Campus Benjamin Franklin, Steglitz, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Master’s degree in biology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, or a related life science field.
- Interest in translational research and human disease models.
- Experience in single-cell or spatial omics, bioinformatics, or cell culture is advantageous.
- Strong ability to work independently and in a team.
- Very good English skills.
Job Description
- Develop a multimodal analysis pipeline combining metabolic imaging mass cytometry and spatial transcriptomics.
- Analyze multimodal datasets and bioinformatics data.
- Study cell-cell interactions and molecular networks related to fistulizing Crohn’s disease.
- Establish and analyze human intestinal assembloids.
- Collaborate with clinicians and bioinformaticians.
- Present research findings at conferences and write scientific publications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their applications through the Charité application portal. For inquiries, contact Dr. med. Malte Lehmann at malte.lehmann@charite.de.
Last Date for Apply
31.05.2026
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