Doctoral Research Associate (PhD Student)

Doctoral Research Associate (PhD Student) (gn*)

Initially limited for three years | starting date: 01.10.2025 | part-time with 65% | Salary according to TV-L E 13 | Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology - research training group "Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion)" | Job ID: 10796

We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to scientific expertise in the research training group "Chemical Biology of Ion Channels (Chembion)" at the Centre of Reproductive Medicine and Andrology - ideally with you on board !

RESPONSIBILITIES:

An interdisciplinary team of 13 scientists at the University of Münster has come together to advance the pharmacology and physiology of ion channels using innovative chemical tools. We are dedicated to training PhD students in the field of chemical biology and supporting their development into skilled, independent, and internationally minded scientists.
The Molecular Reproductive Physiology group, led by Timo Strünker, explores the fascinating molecular mechanisms that control human sperm function and, thereby, the fertilization process. Our research focuses on the physiology and pharmacology of ion channels, employing cutting-edge techniques such as electrophysiology, advanced fluorometric imaging (Ca²⁺, pH, membrane potential), and state-of-the-art microscopy.
Join us to advance our understanding of ion channel physiology in a dynamic, supportive, and international environment.

REQUIREMENTS:

Commitment to work in a multidisciplinary setting (required)
Motivation to participate in a structured PhD training program (required)
Interest in studying the function of ion channels involved in reproduction (required)
Master´s degree in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, pharmacy, physics, or similar (required)
Experience in techniques to study the function of ion channels and/or receptors (desired, but not required)

WE OFFER:

Structured PhD training program
International and motivated working group
Committed mentoring
Research laboratories with state-of-the art equipment
Innovative technologies
Excellent possibilities for career development

For inquiries, please contact: Prof. Timo Strünker, T +49 251 83 -58238.
Apply now via our career portal until 02.07.2025 including:

Cover letter
CV
Letter of recommendation of one of your scientific supervisors

BENEFITS

Exciting Projects

Professional Development and Training

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Part of Research Innovation

Additional Benefits

Exciting Projects
Professional Development and Training
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Part of Research Innovation
Additional Benefits

(*gn=gender neutral)
The University Hospital of Münster is one of the leading hospitals in Germany. Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone. The individual commitment counts above all. We need your commitment so that even with little things we can achieve great things for our patients. There are many possibilities open for you so that you may develop with them.

Universitätsklinikum Münster
Albert-Schweitzer-Campus 1, Gebäude D5
48149 Münster
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