Master Thesis in Age-Related Macular Degeneration
Cell Culture & Animal Experiments
Our research team in the Experimental and Translational Ophthalmology Department at the University Medical Center of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz has long been dedicated to investigating the pathogenic mechanisms of retinal diseases, with a particular focus on elucidating the underlying pathology of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and developing innovative diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for clinical application. Our laboratory is equipped with comprehensive cell culture and biochemical analysis facilities and also has the infrastructure required to conduct animal experiments.
We are now looking for motivated Master students to join our international team
and support our research efforts.
Activities and responsibilities
- Evaluate potential therapeutic targets for wet and dry AMD
- Investigate molecular pathways involved in cell injury and cytoprotective mechanisms
- Assist in conducting animal experiments
- Participate in general management of the lab
Qualification profile
- Bachelor´s degree in Life Sciences successfully completed
- Active enrollment in a Master class in Life Sciences
- Proficient in English
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work both independently and within a team
- Basic experience or strong interest in cell culture and molecular assays
We offer
- Comprehensive training and supervision
- An international team of dedicated scientists
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities for cell culture, metabolic analysis, proteomics, and immunoblotting
We look forward to your application and to advancing AMD research together!
Interested candidates are welcome to send your cover letter outlining your research interests and CV with academic transcripts to Prof. Dr. Dr. Grus via: email
Please use MSc_AMD_2026 as reference number.
Interested candidates are welcome to send your cover letter outlining your research interests and CV with academic transcripts to Prof. Dr. Dr. Grus via: email
Please use MSc_AMD_2026 as reference number.
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MSc_EO_2025
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