TUM Universitätsklinikum / Klinikum rechts der Isar
Doctoral student (m/f/d)
part-time | temporary (36 month) | Clinic and Polyclinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
The Department of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy at TUM Universitätsmedizin (Klinikum rechts der Isar) is coordinating the CRC/TRR167, Development, Function and Potential of Myeloid Cells in the Central Nervous System, funded by the German Research Foundation. We are also coordinating the project, Neuroimmunological mechanisms in health and disease, at the German Center for Mental Health (DZPG) in Munich. We are performing cutting edge research projects in the fields of neuroimmunology, neuropsychiatry, and neurodegeneration. In particular, we focus on translational research with expertise in basic science and access to clinical cohorts.
Your responsibilities:
- Performing analysis at the single-cell level using microscopy imaging, multicolor flow cytometry, transcriptomics, and imaging mass cytometry (IMC), …
- Performing analysis on postmortem human brain tissues and transgenic mouse models
- In vitro experiments, including stem cell culture for developing patient-derived microglia cells
- Biochemical experiments for validating the data
Your profile
- Master’s degree in the relevant fields (Biology, Biomedical Science, Neuroscience or similiar qualification)
- A demonstrated ability to perform high-quality research as evidenced by thesis, grades, lab rotations, and publications (if applicable)
- Laboratory experience is advantageous
- Analytical skills, a passion for solving research problems, and a self-driven interest in learning new things
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team, with proficiency in English for an international work environment
We offer you:
- Fully funded projects through the CRC/TRR 167 (NeuroMac) and DZPG. You can find more information here: https://www.sfb-trr167.uni-freiburg.de/irtg-neuromac-school/ and https://www.dzpg.org/das-dzpg/standorte/muenchen-augsburg
- Ph.D. students can be part of the international research training group NeuroMac School which allows interaction with other MD/PhD students and senior scientists, including the principal investigators.
- Development of innovative knowledge and skills in a supportive scientific environment.
- EGYM well pass, corporate benefits and discounts (e.g. Käfer), cafeteria, sports and cultural offers, company bike
- Free use of the library through a branch of the Munich City Library located in the building
- Working in the heart of Munich at Max-Weber-Platz with very good accessibility by public transport such as the subway, S-Bahn or tram
- Company pension plan through the Federal and State Pension Institute (VBL)
- Self-realization through a varied and technically demanding job with interdisciplinary cooperation between various departments of the MRI
We look forward to your application!
Contact: Mrs. Dr. Shima Safaiyan and Mr. Prof. Josef Priller | 089 / 4140 -6415 | Clinic and Polyclinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
Please submit your complete application documents by e-mail including
· reference number 25_02_020 and
· your preferred starting date.
Clinic and Polyclinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy
TUM Universitätsklinikum
Klinikum rechts der Isar
Ismaninger Straße 22
81675 München
E-Mail: shima.safaiyan@tum.de
If the candidates’ suitability for the position in question is equal, severely disabled applicants shall be given preference. Interview-related costs can, unfortunately, not be reimbursed.
