The University of Lübeck stands for excellent research and teaching. We are a modern foundation university with thematically focused study courses. Under the motto "Focus on life", as a life science university we offer a spectrum of programs ranging from medicine, health sciences and psychology to mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology.
The Institute of Virology and Cell Biology at the University of Luebeck (Director: Univ.-Prof. Dr. N. Tautz) is seeking for a PhD student (m/f/d) at the nearest possible time with a working time of 65% of the regular weekly hours (currently 25,16 hours per week), limited for 3.5 years. The position is intended to lead to a PhD.
PhD student (m/f/d)
The student will be part of DFG-funded Research Training Group RTG2887 „VISualization and imaging of virus infectION“(VISION). The RTG is aiming to train a new generation of virologists to use cutting-edge imaging techniques thereby establishing an integrative structural virology approach to better understand the complexity of mechanisms and biological functions in the course of viral infections.
The title of the project C03 within the RTG is "Structural and functional characterisation of the hepaci- and pestiviral NS2-NS3 polyprotein region". The project is part of one of the main biological areas of interest within the RTG that aims to characterize molecular switches in the viral life cycle.
Tasks:
- Independent research on structural and functional characterization of the hepaci- and pestiviral NS2-NS3 polyprotein region
- Publications at scientific conferences and in journals
Requirements:
- University master degree in biology, molecular life sciences, biochemistry or a related field
- ability to work independently in a team
- high level of commitment
- expertise in basic molecular biology and biochemical techniques
- practical experience in working with proteins and knowledge of protein expression/purification as well as virology of plus-strand RNA viruses are advantageous.
What we offer:
- Collectively agreed remuneration including annual special payment (TV-L)
- 30 days' holiday per year, plus 24.12. and 31.12. off work
- Compatibility of family, private life and career through flexible working hours and part-time options (after individual assessment) as well as the possibility of mobile working
- NAH.SH / Deutschland public transport ticket, participation in university sports, discounted canteen meals on campus and other corporate benefits
- Health management programme “Healthy University”
- A company pension scheme with high additional payments by the employer (VBL)
- A secure job and a university environment with its typically lively and innovative character, with numerous events and further training opportunities
Classification will be in accordance with the automatic pay scale if the requirements of the pay scale are met up to the pay group listed above. A final job evaluation remains reserved.
The University of Lübeck is a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural and social background, religion, worldview, disability or sexual identity. We promote gender equality. In case of equal suitability, qualifications and professional performance, female applicants will be given preference. If you are an applicant with a severe disability, your application will be given preference in case of equal suitability.
For further information on previous work related with this project, please see: Isken et al., 2022 doi: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1010895 and Isken et al, 2022 doi: 10.1371/journal.ppat.1010644.
Your contact for further questions:
Detailed information about job vacancies and benefits at the University of Lübeck can be found online at https://stellenangebote.uni-luebeck.de.
Then send us your application until 07.04.2026 using our online application form.
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