PhD Scholarships: Maternal Obesity: The University of Bonn is offering two fully funded PhD positions to explore the impact of maternal obesity on lung development and immunity in offspring. These interdisciplinary positions span immunology, molecular medicine, and cutting-edge biological techniques. Successful candidates will join internationally recognized research labs, gaining access to world-class facilities and training at the Bonn International Graduate School.
PhD Scholarships: Maternal Obesity & Lung Immunity – University of Bonn, Germany
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Position Title | PhD Scholarships in Lung Immunity & Maternal Obesity |
| Number of Positions | 2 |
| Research Labs | Mass Lab & Vazquez Lab |
| Location | University of Bonn, Germany |
| Stipend | TV-L E13 (65%, ~PhD-level public salary scale) |
| Start Date | 1 September 2025 |
| Application Deadline | 15 June 2025 |
| How to Apply | Email PDF (CV, transcripts, cover letter, 2 references) to dodenkir@uni-bonn.de |
| Contact | Prof. Elvira Mass (elvira.mass@uni-bonn.de), Jun.-Prof. Ivonne Vazquez (vazquez@uni-bonn.de) |
Designation
PhD Student (Doctoral Researcher)
Research Area
- Maternal Obesity
- Lung Immunity and Development
- Alveolar Macrophages
- Epithelial-Immune Crosstalk
- In Vivo and Organoid Models
Location
University of Bonn, Bonn, Germany
Eligibility / Qualification
- Master’s degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, or Molecular Medicine
- Strong command of English
- Enthusiastic about interdisciplinary collaboration
Specific Skill Requirements:
- Mass Lab: Experience with mouse models, flow cytometry, and transcriptomics
- Vazquez Lab: Expertise in organoid culture and epithelial biology
Job Description
Successful applicants will:
- Investigate how maternal obesity reprograms lung epithelial cells and alveolar macrophages
- Use mouse models (Mass Lab) and lung organoid systems (Vazquez Lab)
- Employ advanced techniques such as single-cell omics, live imaging, and flow cytometry
- Engage in collaborative research within a supportive academic environment
- Participate in structured PhD training at Bonn International Graduate School
How to Apply
Send a single PDF document including:
- CV
- Academic transcripts
- Cover letter
- Contact details of two references
Email to: dodenkir@uni-bonn.de
Last Date to Apply
📅 15 June 2025
For more information, please contact:
- Prof. Elvira Mass: elvira.mass@uni-bonn.de
- Jun.-Prof. Ivonne Vazquez: vazquez@uni-bonn.de
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