Institute of Virology

PhD Position (f/d/m)

The Hannover Medical School (MHH), with about 10.000 employees the biggest company of Lower Saxony, is a university institution for research and teaching in the human and dental medicine and a university hospital of supra-maximum medical care. Research, teaching, medical care and administration work hand in hand in the integration model at the MHH-campus.
We are seeking a highly motivated PhD student with a strong background in RNA biology and infection biology for a 4-year doctoral project within the DFG-funded research unit DEEP-DV (FOR5200 | DEEP-DV: Disrupt – Evade – Exploit).

Your task
  • An exciting and well-defined PhD project with close, expert supervision
  • Integration into a highly interactive, interdisciplinary consortium
  • Participation in structured training programs within MHH’s graduate schools in infection and immunity

Our requirements
  • A Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Virology, or a related field
  • A strong interest in host-pathogen interactions and molecular mechanisms of gene regulation
  • Good communication skills and a collaborative mindset

We offer
  •  a part-time position initially limited until 30 September 2029 with 25.03 hours per week with one of the largest employers in the state of Lower Saxony
  •  Depending on personal qualifications, remuneration up to pay grade E 13 according to TV-L is possible with the benefits of the public sector (e.g. company pension scheme and supplementary insurance through VBL)
  •  an exciting job at the interface of research, care and science management
  •  a collegial induction in a motivated and interdisciplinary team
  •  personal and professional development opportunities - supported by our diverse internal and external training and further education programmes
  •  excellent public transport connections and the option of leasing a company bike
  •  an excellent range of sports, counselling and prevention programmes - because your health is important to us

If you are enthusiastic about exploring how viruses usurp and manipulate host RNA metabolism and want to work in a supportive and stimulating research environment, we encourage you to apply with a cover letter, CV, and copies of certificates.

You have any questions beforehand?

Prof. Dr. Lars Dölken
+49 511 532 6736

Apply now

Reference number 3316
Apply until: 08/24/2025
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