7 PhD Positions, University of Wuerzburg, Germany (2018)

The International Graduate Program “Receptor Dynamics: Emerging Paradigms for Novel Drugs“ is a joint initiative of the Universities of Würzburg (coordinating institution with 4 offered positions), Erlangen-Nürnberg (2 positions), and Regensburg (1 position) which is funded by the Elite Network of Bavaria, Germany. The overall scientific focus is on exploring dynamic features of G protein coupled receptors (GPCRs), one of the prime targets for drug development and therapy, from the molecular level to microscopic and macroscopic functions. The Graduate Program offers a highly interdisciplinary training covering medicinal chemistry, molecular pharmacology,
biophysics, as well as nuclear medicine.

We offer...
• Seven highly interdisciplinary PhD projects
• A widely visible international research environment
• Possibility to work with excellent, internationally recognized collaboration partners

• A thesis committee comprising of three supervisors
• A large network of peers
• Broad scientific and professional skills training including tutoring for international students
• Salary according to the German pay scale TV-L (i.e., 66% of a postdoctoral position)

We expect...

• Excellent MSc degree in life or natural sciences or State Exam degree in Pharmacy
• Passion for and experience in research
• Proven excellence in oral and written English
• Readiness to actively contribute to the colleague and collaborate with all peers
• Willingness to take the extra step of an interdisciplinary approach towards a PhD

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7 PhD Positions, University of Wuerzburg, Germany (2018)