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PhD Student in Cardiac Optogenetics and Electrophysiology at University Medical Center Göttingen University Medical Center Göttingen in Germany

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Chemistry

Funding

Full funding available
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Germany

University

University Medical Center Göttingen

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Keywords

Chemistry
Biomedical Engineering
Biology
Electrophysiology
Medical Science
Photopharmacology
Physics

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About this position

University Medical Center Göttingen is advertising a PhD student (f/m/d) position in cardiac optogenetics and cardiac electrophysiology within the Institut für Herz- und Kreislaufphysiologie.

The project focuses on developing new optogenetic approaches for cardiac arrhythmia termination, including work with new channelrhodopsins and optoGPCRs, as well as photopharmacological strategies. The successful candidate will join the Göttingen Campus environment and may be associated with FOR 5807 and RTG 2824.

Research and training activities include cloning and testing new constructs, functional readout of hiPSC-derived cardiomyocytes, isometric force measurements from ventricular slices of mouse and human tissue, and testing approaches in mouse hearts. The post also mentions access to structured PhD training within GAUSS/GGNB and additional training opportunities through Hertha Sponer College and EKFZ academy for translation.

Eligibility highlights include a completed Master of Science or equivalent in a life sciences subject such as molecular medicine, biology, chemistry, or physics, plus lab experience and an independent, responsible, flexible working style. Applicants should be comfortable working in an international team and interested in basic cardiovascular research, electrophysiology, and optogenetics.

The position is part-time at 25.025 hours per week and limited to 3 years. No explicit stipend, tuition, or fee waiver is stated in the post. Applications should be submitted directly through the recruiting portal linked in the announcement.

Funding details

Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.

How to apply

Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.

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