Forscher (m/w/d)

We are looking to fill a PhD position in the area of human lupus erythematodes to start in the first quarter of 2027.

The project is part of a DFG funded cutaneous lupus network (Lucid) initiative across Germany.

Our group is located at the Department of Dermatology at the Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz.
This particular project deals with cutaneous lupus and scarring outcome. - to plan and perform experiments in line with the funded project using human samples and cell cultures

• to work closely with clinicians and immunologists

• to analyse and present acquired data (including oral presentation)

• to develop indepence regarding experimental work

• to contribute to manuscript preparation and research work communication Applicants should have completed studies in a biomedical discipline.

Previous experience with cell culture, flow cytometry and standard molecular techniques is expected.

Sound background knowledge in cell biology and immunology is advantageous.

Fluent English is required. This projects will offer opportunities to collaborate with leading labs in the field of lupus and autoimmunity across Germany.
Work within a large academic group at the department of Dermatology / Immunology at the University of Mainz