PhD Student in Cellular Resilience
Investigate how RNA-binding proteins shape cellular stress responses and adaptation at the Max Planck Institute.
Best for:Best for biology or biochemistry graduates with a strong molecular background and interest in RNA biology or high-throughput data analysis.
Overview
The Max Planck Institute for Heart and Lung Research invites applications for a three-year PhD position within the Cellular Resilience research group led by Dr. Reymond Sutandy. The successful candidate will investigate how RNA-binding proteins regulate cellular stress responses and maintain homeostasis using human cellular models. The work combines transcriptomic, proteomic, and molecular biology techniques to uncover mechanisms underlying stress adaptation. The student is expected to conduct independent research, analyze high-throughput data, prepare scientific publications, and present findings at conferences.
What you'll do
- Conduct an independent research project investigating the role of RNA-protein interactions in cellular stress responses
- Establish and develop next-generation sequencing and mass spectrometry-based proteomic approaches and analyze the resulting data
- Contribute to the preparation of scientific publications
- Present research findings at internal seminars and international conferences
- Stay up to date with relevant scientific literature
Requirements
Degree required: Master's degree or equivalent in biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; excellent communication skills
Instruction: English
- Completed scientific university degree in biology, biochemistry, or related discipline
- Hands-on experience in cell culture and molecular biology techniques including cloning and CRISPR-Cas technologies
- Excellent communication skills in English
- Ability to work effectively in a team and think creatively
- Candidates close to completion of their Master's degree are also encouraged to apply
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-20
Interested candidates must upload their complete application documents, including a motivation letter, CV, transcripts, and two reference letters, electronically through the application portal before the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Diploma certificates
- 2 reference letters
- List of publications
Contact
Reymond Sutandy· Group Leader
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