Research Assistant -Ph.D. candidate)- (f/m/d) in the field of Life Sciences (cardiac metabolism)

-experimental Cardiology - research group AG Möllmann/Prof. N. Marx- is offering following position

Research Assistant -Ph.D. candidate)- (f/m/d) in the field of Life Sciences (cardiac metabolism)

Operational area: Department of Cardiology, Angiology, and Internal Medicine Intensive Care (Medical Clinic I) -experimental Cardiology - research group AG Möllmann/Prof. N. Marx

Working hours: 65% (25,03 hours/week) of the full working hours in the collective agreement (currently 38.5 hours/week)

Duration/Term of employment: the position is limited till 31.12.2029 in accordance with the WissZeitVG (German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act) with option of prolongation. The successful applicant will be encouraged and supported to achieve a doctoral degree.

Start date: as soon as possible

Remuneration/Rates: EG 13 (TV-L)

Our research group comprises basic scientists and practising cardiologists, facilitating the integration of basic and clinical research. Our research aims to elucidate the molecular mechanisms underlying various cardiac disease models and to investigate the roles of incretin hormones (GLP-1 and GIP), as well as SGLT2 inhibitors. We also investigate the development of cross-organ processes (organ crosstalk) in multimorbidities such as diabetes and kidney disease, and in cardiovascular diseases. Our research encompasses cell culture studies and studies in mice. We are always focused on the potential translation of new research findings into clinical practice, particularly with regard to improving therapeutic interventions for patients.

Tasks:

Assisting with or conducting animal experiments involving mice

Caring for and monitoring mice (checking, weighing and feeding them)

Assisting with blood collection and metabolic testing

Independently performing laboratory work

Cell culture work

Histological analyses

Molecular and biochemical analyses (e.g. Western blot and real-time PCR)

Isolation of primary cells and mitochondria

Profile:

A completed masters degree in a science subject, e.g. biotechnology, biomedicine, chemistry or a comparable field

Practical experience of standard techniques in protein chemistry and molecular biology

The ability to work well in a team and independently, with a precise and open work style, as well as organisational skills

A strong willingness to learn new skills

Desirable:

FELASA B certificate

Proficiency in data processing and word processing

English proficiency /Level B2)

An individual who is self-motivated, independent and team-oriented, with a knack for structured, detail-oriented work, and strong communication and teamwork skills

Interest in and willingness to take on new responsibilities

The motivation to contribute actively to the development of the project

Why choose us?

We offer…

30 days of vacation

A bonus of 3,000 euros for employees who help recruit employees in the care sector

An attractive company pension scheme from VBL

Education opportunities, including updating and upgrading

Access to public transport

In-house kindergarten (places subject to availability)

Staff residences (places subject to availability and by arrangement)

An onboarding app for new employees

Extended opening hours in the staff restaurant

Application:

The application deadline for the advertised position GB-P-55549 is 22.05.2026.

Contact:

University Hospital of the RWTH Aachen, Department of Cardiology, Angiology, and Internal Medicine Intensive Care (Medical Clinic I), Director Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. Nikolaus Marx, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Mrs. Dr. rer. medic. Julia Möllmann