PhD Student (gn*) Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biology

Fixed term of 3 years | Part-time with 65 % | Salary according to TV-L | IfGH-Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology

We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.

The position is linked to the research group of Prof. Dr. Guiscard Seebohm (IfGH-Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology).

The Cellular Electrophysiology and Molecular Biology group is positioned at the University of Münster. The group often teams up with other research groups with complementary expertise to study physiological and chemical biology of proteins like ion channels and proteases. The group tackles questions in the field of ion channels and proteases with innovative physiological, 3D modeling, structural elucidation and (bio-)chemical methods, interconnecting biochemistry, pharmacology, and medicine and foster the individual development of young researchers. Further information: https://www.medizin.uni-muenster.de/ifgh/abteilung-zellulaere-elektrophysiologie/forschung.html

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific expertise – ideally with you on board!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Characterization of modulators and functional analysis of Kv7 channels and/or proteases
• Working with transfection of heteromeric channel constructs; different electrophysiology techniques in oocytes and cells, stem cell derived 2D-cell cultures; high resolution microscopy; 3D modeling protein of individual electrical active cells and cells in a tissue like conformation

REQUIREMENTS: 

• State examination degree in pharmacy or alternatively a Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry or biology
• Strong interest in working in an multidisciplinary team
• High motivation and ambition
• Excellent command of spoken and written English
• Very good Communication skills and team spirit
• German language skills are not a requirement but willingness to learn is desirable

WE OFFER:

• Structured 3-year cutting-edge PhD student training program in and beyond the fields mentioned above
• Competitive, interdisciplinary environment with a track record of intense mutual collaboration
• Individual training-through-research, program extends to further elements such as lab rotation and symposia
• Association to a local graduate school is possible
• Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
• 30 days of vacation per year, plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
• A wide range of training and professional development opportunities
• A respectful and appreciative work environment within a diverse team
• Support and advisory services for health and work-life balance
• Additional benefits such as sports programs, job ticket, company events, cafeteria, and emergency childcare

For inquiries, please contact: Guiscard Seebohm,guiscard.seebohm@ukmuenster.de

Apply now via our career portal by January 7, 2026.

Please include: a CV, certificates, field of expertise, motivation letter (0.5 pages). A reference letter is welcome.