Overview
The Department of Genome Editing at the Institute of Biomedical Genetics (IBMG), University of Stuttgart, invites applications for a PhD position. We study how cell death and inflammatory signalling intersect to drive human disease. The PhD candidate will explore the molecular basis of metabolic diseases, dissecting how defects in cellular clearance and stress responses contribute to cardiac, muscular, and neurodegenerative pathologies.
The University of Stuttgart is one of Germany's leading technological universities with strong profiles in engineering, technical medicine, and physics. IBMG leverages this ecosystem through close collaborations that span molecular biology, genetics, computation, and engineering, enabling access to advanced instrumentation, modelling, and technology transfer opportunities.
The Department of Genome Editing at the Institute of Biomedical Genetics (IBMG), University of Stuttgart, invites applications for a PhD position. We study how cell death and inflammatory signalling intersect to drive human disease. The PhD candidate will explore the molecular basis of metabolic diseases, dissecting how defects in cellular clearance and stress responses contribute to cardiac, muscular, and neurodegenerative pathologies.
The University of Stuttgart is one of Germany's leading technological universities with strong profiles in engineering, technical medicine, and physics. IBMG leverages this ecosystem through close collaborations that span molecular biology, genetics, computation, and engineering, enabling access to advanced instrumentation, modelling, and technology transfer opportunities.
PhD Position - Cell death driven inflammation in disease
Activities and responsibilities
Your role
As a PhD researcher, you will:
As a PhD researcher, you will:
- Design and execute experiments to dissect mechanisms of cell death and inflammatory signalling.
- Employ molecular, cellular, and in vivo approaches to build and analyse disease models.
- Collaborate across disciplines (e.g. imaging, computational modelling, bioinformatics).
- Present findings in lab meetings, seminars, and conferences; contribute to manuscripts and grant applications.
- Support training activities for junior researchers (MSc) and students (BSc).
Qualification profile
Your profile
- Master's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field (e.g., Biology, Genetics, Medicine, Biochemistry).
- Solid knowledge of cell biology and prior research experience.
- High levels of curiosity, critical thinking, and initiative; able to drive projects independently.
- Strong experimental rigor and analytical skills; careful documentation and data handling.
- Team player with excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Interest in translational research (including in vivo experimental approaches).
- Motivation to teach/mentor the next generation of biomedical scientists.
We offer
We offer
Equal opportunity & notes
The University of Stuttgart aims to increase the proportion of women in academia and particularly welcomes applications from women. Full-time positions are generally divisible (part-time possible). Severely disabled applicants will be given priority if equally qualified. Please note: the laboratory and microscopy facilities are located several hundred meters apart and across multiple floors. Recruitment of scientific/non-scientific staff is carried out by the Central Administration (Rector's Office).
- A multidisciplinary, innovative research environment with state-of-the-art facilities.
- Intensive mentoring and tailored support for your scientific development.
- Regular interactions with global leaders from academia.
- Access to seminar series spanning cell death, inflammation, metabolism and cancer.
- Employment under the TV-L pay scale; competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- A supportive, friendly workplace with opportunities for professional growth.
Equal opportunity & notes
The University of Stuttgart aims to increase the proportion of women in academia and particularly welcomes applications from women. Full-time positions are generally divisible (part-time possible). Severely disabled applicants will be given priority if equally qualified. Please note: the laboratory and microscopy facilities are located several hundred meters apart and across multiple floors. Recruitment of scientific/non-scientific staff is carried out by the Central Administration (Rector's Office).
How to apply
Please send a single PDF including:
Email applications and inquiries to: Prof. Dr. Nieves Peltzer - email
Please send a single PDF including:
- CV (with education: completed Bachelor's and Master's degrees).
- Motivation letter (if using AI tools, ensure the letter is clearly personalised to you and this position).
- Contact details of one-two references.
Email applications and inquiries to: Prof. Dr. Nieves Peltzer - email
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