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Job ID: 123459 PhD student in molecular/cellular and developmental neurobiology Position: Ph.D. Student Deadline: 27 July 2025 Employment Start Date: 1 October 2025 Contract Length: 3 years City: Marburg Country: Germany Institution: Philipps-Universität Marburg Department: Institute of Physiological Chemistry, Molecular Neurobiology Group Description: The Philipps University, founded in 1527, offers multiple award-winning teaching for around 22,000 students and tackles the important issues of our time with excellent research across a broad spectrum of science. The Faculty of Medicine, Molecular Neurobiology Group, Prof. Dr. Marco Rust is currently accepting applications for a Research Assistant (PhD student) The position is initially offered for a period of 3 years. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is part-time (65 % of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 65 %). Central research topic of the group is the elucidation of molecular regulatory mechanisms of the neuronal actin cytoskeleton in the context of mammalian brain development/function and human brain diseases. In a multidisciplinary approach, the group combines mouse genetics with biochemical and cell biological approaches as well as with modern microscopy (confocal microscopy, high-resolution microscopy, live cell imaging). Further information on the group: https://www.uni-marburg.de/en/fb20/departments/bpc/physiological-chemistry. Your tasks: • working on a DFG funded project on the functional characterization of an actin regulator during brain development in mammals • participation in the preparation of scientific publications and presentations • supervision of student theses The position is limited to a time period deemed adequate for the completion of a doctoral degree. As part of the assigned duties, there will be ample opportunity to conduct the independent scientific research necessary for the completion of a doctorate. The limitation complies to § 2, 1 WissZeitVG. Your qualification: • Master of Science or equivalent degree in biology, neurobiology, biochemistry, medical or life sciences (or equivalent) • high motivation and strong background in neurobiology, cell and developmental biology, molecular biology and biochemistry • beneficial are expertise in cutting-edge microscopy and mouse genetics as well as permit for animal experimental work • willingness to work in a multidisciplinary team • good English oral and writing skills We offer: • comprehensive support, fully equipped laboratory • free use of public transport in the state of Hesse • family service (child care during school holidays, dual career services) • various training and development opportunities • company pension scheme Please send your application (incl. single-sided motivation letter, CV, certificates, transcript of records, names of 2 references) mentioning registration number above as a single PDF file to [email protected] before 27.07.2025. Please note that application and interview costs cannot be refunded.