PhD position in Veterinary Medicine – Experimental Parasitology

These are your tasks:

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct independent research aimed at understanding regulatory pathways involved in parasite motility
• Perform molecular cloning, genetic manipulation, and cell-based assays in Apicomplexan model systems
• Use microscopy and imaging tools to study parasite structure and dynamics
• Analyze protein interactions, localization, and potential post-translational modifications
• Present research at group meetings, conferences, and in peer reviewed journals
• Contribute to a collaborative and collegial laboratory environment

This is you:

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Parasitology, or a related field
• Strong interest in parasite biology and/or post-translational modifications
• Hands on experience in molecular biology techniques (eg, PCR, cloning, cell culture)
• Good communication skills in English (written and spoken)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desired (but Not Required) Skills

• Experience working with Toxoplasma gondii Plasmodiu , or other eukaryotic cells
• Familiarity with fluorescence microscopy or live cell imaging
• Knowledge of protein biochemistry or enzyme function
• Interest in post translational modifications (eg, methylation)
• Basic data analysis or computational skills

This is our offer:

What We Offer

A fully funded PhD position (TV-L 13 65%) through the German Research Foundation (DFG)
A dynamic, supportive research environment with ample training opportunities
Access to state-of-the-art imaging, molecular biology, and proteomics facilities
Participation in international conferences focused on parasite cell biology and post‑translational regulation
30 vacation days, flexible working hours, professional training opportunities, and LMU employee benefits
A supportive and collaborative scientific environment with strong opportunities for career development

Severely disabled persons will be given preference if their qualifications are essentially the same.

Contact:

Please send the following documents as a single PDF to elena.jimenez@lmu.de :

• Cover letter describing your motivation and research interests
• CV including relevant coursework, techniques, and publications (if any)
• Contact information/reference letters for two referees