PhD student position (m/w/d)

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PhD student position (f/m/d)

Operational area: Department of Neurology, -Section of Epileptology-
Working hours: Part-Time 65% (currently 25,3 hours/week)
Duration/Term of employment: the position is limited for 3 years in accordance with the WissZeitVG (German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act) with the 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)

Tasks:

The project you will work on is focused on targeting pharmacoresistant epilepsy. You will utilize state-of-the-art techniques, including next-generation sequencing,
advanced molecular biology methods, viral approaches, single-cell and network electrophysiology, and high-resolution imaging.

Your profile:

We seek a highly motivated researcher interested in the pathophysiology of epilepsies. Applicants should have a master's degree in biology, medicine, or a related
field (e.g., molecular biology, molecular medicine, physics). Previous experience with viral approaches, omics (next-generation sequencing ), molecular biology and
electrophysiology (patch clamp, MEA recordings) is highly desirable but not a prerequisite. Women and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply if equally
qualified.

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