PhD Opportunity – Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network at UKSH, Germany
The University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein (UKSH) is offering a fully funded PhD position as part of the Horizon Europe MSCA Doctoral Network PROMOTE (PRostate cancer OMics Oriented inTErvention). This international research network aims to develop personalized interventions for prostate cancer using advanced omics technologies and machine learning.
Position Overview:
Title: PhD position in definition of clinically relevant endpoints and pathway verification in prostate cancer
Location: UKSH, Lübeck, Germany
Awarding Institution: Universität zu Lübeck
Project Title: Definition of clinically relevant endpoints and verification of key pathway components at human PCa tissue
Duration: 36 months, full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Funding: Horizon Europe MSCA (Grant No. 101169245)
Key Responsibilities:
Develop a data management platform
Define clinically relevant endpoints for both primary and metastatic prostate cancer
Verify key pathway components in human tissue samples
Perform biomarker validation using immunohistochemistry
Collaborate with clinical and non-academic partners including MOSAIQUES Diagnostics and KRESK
Participate in PROMOTE’s network-wide training activities and secondments
Eligibility Criteria:
Master’s degree in biology, molecular biology, bioinformatics, biotechnology, computer science, statistics, or related disciplines
No previous PhD degree
Must not have resided in Germany for more than 12 months in the last 3 years (MSCA mobility rule)
Strong English proficiency (written and spoken)
Desirable Skills:
Experience with immunohistochemistry techniques
Background in programming (R), data management, or statistical analysis
Demonstrated research motivation and teamwork skills
Benefits:
Monthly gross salary of €3,400 plus mobility and (if applicable) family allowances
Access to an international training network and multidisciplinary supervision
Opportunities for collaboration with academia and industry across Europe
How to Apply:
Submit the following documents by April 30, 2025 (23:59 CET) via email to MarieChristine.Roesch@uksh.de and frantzi@mosaiques-diagnostics.com:
Motivation letter
CV
Contact details of three referees
Further Information:
Please ensure your application is submitted in accordance with the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action guidelines. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
