The Research Training Group (RTG 2157), started in April 2016, integrates the long-standing expertise
in infectious diseases at the University of Würzburg and new technologies into an exciting new focus
on 3D human tissue models. Within this program, scientists from the Biocenter of the University of
Würzburg, the Research Center for Infectious Diseases, and the Chair of Tissue Engineering and
Regenerative Medicine of the University Hospital and Fraunhofer ISC, Unit Würzburg, take a novel
route to investigate microbial infections under close-to-natural conditions.
Together we invite young scientists of exceptional talent to apply for
a fully funded Ph.D. student position of the Research Training Group "3D Tissue
Models for Studying Microbial Infections by Human Pathogens" (RTG 2157)
starting from February 2021. Payment is based on the German TV-L scale (65 % or 26.06 hours per
week). The position will be funded for a minimum of 15 month. An extension is planned.
The RTG 2157 offers a unique opportunity within a collaborative framework of experts to establish and
exploit human infection models for the in-depth investigation of mechanisms underlying host-human
pathogen interactions. In particular, the interdisciplinary synergistic cooperation between engineers
with life and medical scientists in the RTG 2157, which is the basis of this highly innovative research
program, will pave the way for the successful use of the new models for studying infections by major
human pathogens, e.g. SARS-CoV-2.
The training group offers an excellent infrastructure for training and research by internationally
recognized scientists with state-of-the-art technologies. The program is complemented by seminars,
courses, hands-on workshops, writing and presentation training as well as practical career
development opportunities.
We offer
• Widely visible international research environment
• Interdisciplinary and structured Ph.D. program
• Intensive support
We are seeking highly qualified students holding a M.Sc. or equivalent degree with a background in
one or several of the following fields: Virology/ Microbiology, Cell/Molecular Biology, Biochemistry,
Genetics. Experience with BSL3 pathogens would be welcome.
The University of Würzburg is an equal opportunities employer. Applications of women are thus
especially encouraged; applications of disabled persons will be given preferential treatment to those
of other candidates with equal qualifications.
To obtain further information about the program and the integrated projects, please visit our website
(www.uni-wuerzburg.de/grk2157). For further information on the project or position, please contact
the responsible PI Christine Krempl, [Email Address Removed]. To apply, please send your CV
with the names of three references, study certificates and a motivation letter (preferably via Email) to
the GRK coordinator [Email Address Removed] .
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