PhD Project on Control of Cardiovascular Inflammaging
The Hector Fellow Academy is offering a fully structured PhD project on
Control of Cardiovascular Inflammaging
under the supervision of
Prof. Dr. Dr. h.c. Stefanie Dimmeler
at
Goethe University Frankfurt
in Germany.
The project sits at the interface of cardiovascular biology, aging research, immunology, and advanced molecular methods. The host research environment focuses on the fundamental mechanisms underlying cardiovascular disease and vascular growth, with the goal of developing new cellular and pharmacological therapies. Current research emphasizes cardiovascular repair and aging, making this an attractive opportunity for candidates interested in how inflammation and aging interact in the cardiovascular system.
The position is a
PhD opening
and is intended for first-stage researchers. The advertised work includes a broad methodological spectrum, with experimental cardiovascular models and state-of-the-art techniques. The position description highlights training opportunities in molecular biology techniques, cardiology, and cardiovascular medicine, together with membership in an excellent research network and additional management courses, trainings, and networking events.
Funding is available
: the post is funded according to
TV-GU 13, 65%
for
3 years
, with the possibility of a
1-year extension
(3+1). The offer also mentions extensive research funding and the Hessen public transport ticket benefit.
Applicants should hold a master’s degree or equivalent in
Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Medical Biology, or Medicine
, with excellent grades. The position asks for very good physiology knowledge, basic bioinformatics and single-cell sequencing data analysis skills, basic immunological knowledge, experience with FACS analyses, prior histology experience, and a FELASA certificate. Strong communication, teamwork, flexibility, and openness are also emphasized, and excellent English is required.
The application deadline is
15 October 2026
at
23:59 (Europe/Berlin)
. Applications must be submitted through the Hector Fellow Academy online application portal.
This is a strong match for candidates seeking a PhD in cardiovascular research, inflammaging, translational biomedicine, and data-informed experimental biology at a major German university.
