The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of the Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With around 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. Our clinics and institutes stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research, modern teaching and transfer of innovative technology.

Göttingen as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center Göttingen is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.

The Institut für Zellbiochemie of the University Medical Center Göttingen is looking for a new position for the earliest start date

PhD (f/m/d)

part time, with 25,025 hours per week, limited for 3 years

The research group „Structure and Function of Molecular Machines“ headed by Prof. Dr. Hauke Hillen at the Institute of Cellular Biochemistry is inviting applications for a

PhD Student (f/m/d)

Molecular & structural biology of organellar gene expression -

About us

Our group is located at the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) and at the Max-Planck-Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences in Göttingen, Germany. Our research is aimed at understanding the mechanisms of eukaryotic gene expression system, in particular those found in organelles (mitochondria and chloroplasts) or employed by viruses. To study these systems, we combine structural biology (single-particle cryo-electron microscopy, X-Ray crystallography and cryo-electron tomography) with biochemical, biophysical and cell biological approaches. For recent examples of our work, see PMID: 34489609, 34135319, 38428434, 39747487, 40050611 and 40240327.

We offer access to state-of-the art instrumentation for cryo-EM (including two 300 kV Titan Krios TEMs, a 200 kV Glacios TEM and two Aquilos 2 FIB-SEMs as well as correlative fluorescent and light microscopy devices), X-Ray crystallography and various modern biophysical techniques. Göttingen is a vibrant, international student town located in the center of Germany and, in addition to its university, is home to a number of renowned research institutes, which together form the Göttingen Research Campus.

Position details

The position is fixed term (3 years) and the salary will be in accordance to the German Public Sector Collective Agreement (TV-L). The position is to be filled as soon as possible. The UMG is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. We further strive for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. To apply, please submit a single PDF containing a short statement of motivation and previous experience, a CV, and the names and contacts of at least two references through the system.

For more information, visit our lab website: http://hillenlab.uni-goettingen.de

Your tasks

Combine cutting-edge structural biology, protein- and RNA biochemistry as well as cellular methods to dissect mitochondrial molecular biology from the atomic to the organellar scale
Drive your own research project in a collaborative team with close mentoring and supervision
Present & communicate research results at national and international scientific meetings
Gain experience in mentoring and teaching of students

Your qualifications

Applicants should hold a M.Sc. or equivalent degree in biochemistry or a related discipline
Previous experience in structural biology, protein- or RNA biochemistry is advantageous
Fluent English language skills (written and spoken) are required

We offer

High-impact research field with biomedical relevance
Small, international and diverse research group with a strong team spirit and an open-minded, collaborative and respectful working atmosphere
Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure & hands-on training in latest methods in molecular biology and structural biology methods
Structured cross-institutional graduate program that offers numerous mentoring and career support opportunities

Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.

We look forward to receiving your application!