PhD Student for the Hector-Center, Medical Clinic 1, (m/f/d)

PhD Student for the Hector-Center, Medical Clinic 1, (m/f/d)

Medizin 1

25.025 Stunden

auf 12 Monate befristet

ab 16.10.2026

Eingruppierung gemäß TV-L

Bewerbungsfrist 30.09.2026

Universitätsklinikum Erlangen

Hector-Center for Nutrition, Excercise and Sports

Dr. Walburga Dieterich

Ulmenweg 18

91054 Erlangen

Ansprechperson bei Fragen

Dr. Walburga Dieterich/ Dr. Ü. Korkmaz

Research laboratory of Hector-Center

PhD Student for the Hector-Center, Medical Clinic 1, (m/f/d)

Veröffentlicht seit: 15.09.2026

Job-Nr.: 13761

Ansprechperson bei Fragen

Dr. Walburga Dieterich/ Dr. Ü. Korkmaz

Research laboratory of Hector-Center

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Universitätsklinikum Erlangen

Hector-Center for Nutrition, Excercise and Sports

Dr. Walburga Dieterich

Ulmenweg 18

91054 Erlangen

PhD Student for the Hector-Center, Medical Clinic 1, (m/f/d)

Veröffentlicht seit: 15.09.2026

Job-Nr.: 13761

Universitätsklinikum Erlangen

Hector-Center for Nutrition, Excercise and Sports

Dr. Walburga Dieterich

Ulmenweg 18

91054 Erlangen

Ansprechperson bei Fragen

Dr. Walburga Dieterich/ Dr. Ü. Korkmaz

Research laboratory of Hector-Center

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Das sind wir:

The Hector-Center for Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, Medical Clinic 1, conducts clinical and experimental research in the fields of cancer, obesity, food intolerances, and microbiota. Our translational research projects aim to better understand disease mechanisms and ultimately improve patient care and therapeutic strategies.

A major focus of our research is cancer cachexia, a complex metabolic syndrome that significantly contributes to loss of skeletal muscle and adipose tissue, impaired physical function, reduced quality of life, and poor clinical outcomes in patients with cancer.

Within this research area, we investigate the interactions between cancer cells, skeletal muscle, adipose tissue, and immune cells, with a particular focus on the molecular and immunological mechanisms underlying cancer-associated tissue wasting.

Die Aufgaben

To strengthen our research team, we are looking for an excellent and highly motivated PhD student with a strong interest in cancer biology, metabolism, immunology, and/or molecular medicine.

Depending on the specific research focus, the work will involve:

in vitro studies with cancer and muscle cells as well as immune cell models and analysis of tissue samples

contribution to in vivo studies with mice

preparation of scientific manuscripts and the PhD thesis

We are looking for a motivated scientist who is enthusiastic about understanding the mechanisms of cancer-associated wasting and developing new approaches to preserve tissue function and improve outcomes in patients with cancer.

Das Know-how dafür

Masters degree (M.Sc. or equivalent) in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Biotechnology, or a related field

solid knowledge of cellular and molecular biology

practical experience with cell culture and molecular biology techniques

ability to work independently, systematically, and reliably

strong scientific curiosity and willingness to develop new experimental approaches

ability to analyze and critically interpret scientific data

excellent communication and teamwork skills

good written and spoken English

Zusätzlich von Vorteil

experience with cancer, skeletal muscle, adipocyte, or immune cell models

experience with molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, Western blotting, immunofluorescence, or flow cytometry

FELASA B certificate is advantageous but