Research Assistant (gn ) Physiology

Limited to 3 years Full-time with 100% Salary according to TV-L E13 Department of Physiology II

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

To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific expertise in the Department of Physiology II – ideally with you on board!

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Opportunity to contribute to ongoing research on mechanical signaling in healthy and diseased heart muscle cells

Use of state-of-the-art molecular, biophysical, and imaging approaches

Encouragement to pursue own research ideas

Opportunity to develop an independent scientific profile

Possibility to acquire funding to support future projects

REQUIREMENTS:

Highly motivated and qualified scientist

PhD or MD degree in physiology, biophysics, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology, or a related discipline

Experience in cardiac or skeletal muscle research and a strong interest in mechanobiology and translational cardiovascular research would be advantageous

WE OFFER:

Dynamic and collaborative research team of experienced and early-career scientists

Embedded in a network of national and international collaborations

Strong record of high-impact publications, including:

Circulation Research (Hessel et al., 2024; PMID: 38482667)

Nature Cardiovascular Research (Loescher et al., 2023; PMID: 3919609)

Science Translational Medicine (Fomin et al., 2021; PMID: 34731013)

The position is funded by institutional sources and includes a modest teaching commitment in human physiology for students of medicine and dentistry.

Apply now via our career portal until December/10/2025.