Theresa Rohm

PhD position in immunometabolism at the University of Zurich / University Hospital Zurich in the research group of Theresa Rohm (SNSF Professor). The project sits at the interface of metabolic disease , inflammation , macrophages , extracellular vesicles (EVs) , microRNAs , and RNA biology , with a strong focus on obesity and type 2 diabetes. The successful candidate will join the Life Science Zurich Graduate School (PhD programs: BioMed and MIM ) and work on a recently funded SNSF Starting Grant project aimed at decoding how macrophage-derived EVs regulate metabolism and inflammation. The work combines in vivo and in vitro models, obesity mouse models, cell culture, single-cell sequencing, small RNA sequencing, genomics, and RNA biology. Ideal applicants have an MSc in biology, biomedicine, or a related field , and a strong interest in metabolism , immunology , and RNA biology . Experience with cell culture and/or in vivo work is a plus. The graduate school page also notes that applicants should hold or expect a Master’s degree (or equivalent) in natural sciences, computer sciences, or engineering, and have excellent English skills. This is a PhD opening with a flexible start date in late 2026 or 2027 . The post emphasizes a supportive, collaborative environment with close mentorship, independence, and career development. Applications are submitted via Track I through the provided portal.