Job ID: 123459
PhD student in molecular/cellular and developmental neurobiology
Position: Ph.D. Student
Deadline: 27 July 2025
Employment Start Date: 1 October 2025
Contract Length: 3 years
City: Marburg
Country: Germany
Institution: Philipps-Universität Marburg
Department: Institute of Physiological Chemistry, Molecular Neurobiology Group
Description:
The Philipps University, founded in 1527, offers multiple award-winning teaching for around 22,000 students and tackles the important issues of our time with excellent research across a broad spectrum of science.
The Faculty of Medicine, Molecular Neurobiology Group, Prof. Dr. Marco Rust is currently accepting applications for a Research Assistant (PhD student)
The position is initially offered for a period of 3 years. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is part-time (65 % of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 65 %).
Central research topic of the group is the elucidation of molecular regulatory mechanisms of the neuronal actin cytoskeleton in the context of mammalian brain development/function and human brain diseases. In a multidisciplinary approach, the group combines mouse genetics with biochemical and cell biological approaches as well as with modern microscopy (confocal microscopy, high-resolution microscopy, live cell imaging).
Further information on the group: https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/fb20/departments/bpc/physiological-chemistry.
Your tasks:
- working on a DFG funded project on the functional characterization of an actin regulator during brain development in mammals
- participation in the preparation of scientific publications and presentations
- supervision of student theses
The position is limited to a time period deemed adequate for the completion of a doctoral degree. As part of the assigned duties, there will be ample opportunity to conduct the independent scientific research necessary for the completion of a doctorate. The limitation complies to § 2, 1 WissZeitVG.
Your qualification:
- Master of Science or equivalent degree in biology, neurobiology, biochemistry, medical or life sciences (or equivalent)
- high motivation and strong background in neurobiology, cell and developmental biology, molecular biology and biochemistry
- beneficial are expertise in cutting-edge microscopy and mouse genetics as well as permit for animal experimental work
- willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team
- good English oral and writing skills
We offer:
- comprehensive support, fully equipped laboratory
- free use of public transport in the state of Hesse
- family service (child care during school holidays, dual career services)
- various training and development opportunities
- company pension scheme
Please send your application (incl. single-sided motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcript of records, names of 2 references) mentioning registration number above as a single PDF file to rust@uni-marburg.de before 27.07.2025. Please note that application and interview costs cannot be refunded.