Research Assistant

September 4, 2025

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The Institute of Anatomy at the Christian-Albrechts-University in Kiel, Germany, invites applications for

Research Assistant (PhD position in Renal Research)

to begin in October 2025, running for at first three years. The position is compensated at 50% E 13 TV-L.

The Institute of Anatomy at the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel is a dynamic institute with international and interactive groups and with access to world-class facilities. The research group of Prof. Dr. Franziska Theilig (Cardiovascular and Renal research) is working on the development of hypertension and edema formation as a consequence of kidney diseases. Furthermore, our group has the aim to identify signaling network regulating endocytosis. The working languages are German and English. The research is done in a collaborative network with leading labs in Kiel, other labs in Germany, and abroad. Moreover, Kiel is a beautiful city located at the Baltic Sea offering excellent opportunities for cultural and outdoor activities like sailing.

We are seeking outstanding and highly motivated candidates for a Research Assistant position to support us within the Institute of Anatomy at the Christian-Albrechts-University of Kiel, Germany. The proposed project involves:

Impact of endocytosis proteins in cell cycle and cytokinesis and the consequences in chronic kidney diseases.

Responsibilities :

  • Cell culture, cell biology, biochemical and molecular biology methods

  • Animal experiments, physiological and morphological analysis conditional knockout mice models combined with in vitro experimental approaches

  • Histological staining and analyses

  • Microscopic analyses using confocal-, STED-, and electron microscopy

  • Teaching students starting in biology and histology

Hiring requirements:

  • Candidates with a Master or Diploma in Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Cell or Molecular Biology or a closely related field

  • Previous experience with basic biochemical and molecular biology techniques

  • Basic understanding of mammalian cells and cell culturing and animal experiments

  • Fluency in written as well as spoken English and German

  • Experience in student teaching will be an advantage

We offer you:

  • Working in a state-of-the-art research facility in a collaborative, international environment – Implementing your own ideas while working with an innovative Team – Interactions with global scientific leaders through our seminar programs

Kiel University sees itself as a modern and cosmopolitan employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural or social background, religion, ideology, disability or sexual identity. We promote gender equality.

The university is committed to increasing the percentage of female employees and therefore strongly encourages suitably qualified women to apply. Women are given preference in cases of equal aptitude, ability and professional performance.

The university is committed to the employment of severely disabled persons. Therefore, applications from severely disabled persons and persons of equal status will be given preferential consideration if they are suitable.

The campus and the city are characterized by a lively, innovative and international atmosphere. As a family friendly employer, we offer flexible working hours and very good conditions for balancing work and life commitments. In addition, we offer attractive continuing education and training opportunities, health management, a job ticket, and an attractive sports program at discounted rates.

The application deadline is

Send applications including a CV, a statement of research interests, transcripts of Master/Diploma and contact details for 2 or more reference letters by e-mail to Prof. Franziska Theilig ). Please refrain from submitting application photos.

Art der Stelle: Teilzeit, Befristeter Vertrag

Vertragsdauer: 36 Monate

Gehalt: 2.314,00€ ,00€ pro Monat

Arbeitsort: Vor Ort

Company

Christian-Albrechts-Universität zu Kiel

Country

DE

City

Kiel

Time Posted

2025-08-17

Salary

231400.0 to 231400.0 € per year

Currency

€

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