PhD candidate (f/m/d) in Tumor Immunology

The Department of Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery at the University Hospital Dresden is one of the leading surgical departments for cancer treatment in Europe. It is embedded into the framework of the National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT/UCC Dresden), which provides an excellent network for translational oncological research and the possibility to share state of the art methods and platforms.

Our group is interested in numerous aspects of the biology and immunologic interactions in the tumor microenvironment in murine and human gastric cancer. We are analyzing the role of different immune cell subsets in tumor initiation and tumor growth using patient-derived organoid systems. Within this BMBF funded project we will perform a comprehensive analysis of the immune metabolism in gastric cancer-infiltrating T cells.

• Establishment and execution of experimental work (organoid cultures, cell culture, flow cytometry, histological, immunohistological and molecular analyses, as well as in vivo mouse experiments)
• Analysis, documentation and presentation of research results (manuscript preparation, scientific presentations)
• Independent scientific qualification and publication of research findings
• Supervision and mentoring of students and trainees
• Organization and administrative project tasks (project meetings, reporting, support with financial reports and final project reports)

• Diploma thesis or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine or related fields
• Previous experience with basic biochemical and immunological techniques is essential
• High motivation and strong interest in tumor immunology
• Excellent English language skills
• Enthusiasm for working in an ambitious, multi-disciplinary research group

in the Department of Visceral, Thoracic and Vascular Surgery

The part-time position (26 hours per week) is available at the earliest possible date, and is limited to three years. Salary is based on the provisions of the applicable labour agreement. Depending on the personal requirements, classification in pay grade E13is possible.

• Salary: According to TV-L (pay grade E13 , subject to personal qualifications), including annual special payment
• Vacation: 30 days of paid annual leave
• Professional development: Extensive internal and external training opportunities to continuously enhance your skills
• Corporate culture: A transparent, team-oriented environment with shared successes and joint events, including participation in sporting events such as the REWE Team Challenge
• Mobility: Job bike option and subsidy for public transport ticket
• Health: Access to modern sports and fitness programs at our health center, mental health support programs, and comprehensive occupational health management
• Shopping benefits: Employee discounts at the hospital pharmacy, exclusive corporate benefits, and additional shopping platforms
• Work-life balance: Family office support for childcare, holiday programs, and caregiving responsibilities, as well as flexible working models

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