0601 DOCTORAL CANDIDATE (F/M/D) Immunology of melanoma vaccine

We are seeking to hire a proactive and highly motivated PhD student to join our Project OxMel. Employment is intended to start on April 1 2026 in Greifswald.

Doctoral candidate (F/M/D)

Immunology of melanoma vaccine

limited to 36 months / Weekly working time 26 hours / Remuneration according to TV-L wage group 13 (gross salary range depending on professional experience see remuneration table 2025)

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cell culture of cancer cells and primary immune cells;
• Generating whole tumor cell lysates and modifying these with several oxidants;
• Screen the melanoma cell lysate immunogenicity by investigating immune cell activation (flow cytometry qPCR ELISA);
• Supporting and/or implementing testing oxidized lysates in animal models in vivo;
• Analysis interpretation and presentation of collected data and participation in the preparation of scientific publications;
• Exchange and discussion of results within the team.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Completed University degree in natural sciences (Master of Science or equivalent) in biomedicine immunology human biology or a related field
• High affinity to data and large-data-driven science as well as strong logical reasoning
• Experience with bioanalytical methods (flow cytometry ELISA qPCR) desired

• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research on cellular and immunological recognition and mechanisms of oxidized proteins
• Flexibile data and experiment-oriented work ethics
• Problem-solving skills in decoding relations between biological data sets
• Pre-existing competencies with and/or general affinity to in vivo models highly desired
• High degree of commitment motivation independent work teamwork skills sense of responsibility and reliability
• Very good knowledge of English (written and spoken) and preferably also German

OUR INSTITUTE

ranks among the largest and most modern institutions in the field of low-temperature plasmas an international working environment we conduct socially relevant research within our core areas Agriculture/ Bioeconomy & Environment Plasma Medicine Surfaces & Materials Process- & Energy Technology and Smart Data Technologies. Currently the INP employs about 200 scientists and staff at three locations (Greifswald Rostock and Karlsburg).

For further information please visit our website at.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply with the standard documents (cover letter CV copies of academic degrees and letters of reference) noting the keyword Melanoma Vaccine- preferably via our online application form - until January 31^th 2026.

Your performance and personality matter regardless of your age origin gender sexual identity disability or ideology. We look forward to receiving your applications!

The INP strives for equal participation of men and women especially in science. There are many good reasons why it is worthwhile to promote the potential of women specifically. Qualified women candidates are explicitly called to apply. Handicapped applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications.

CONTACT:

For further information please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Ramona Clemen (e-mail: ).

Please send your applications to*:

Leibniz-Institute for Plasma Science and Technology (INP)

Ms. Lisa Mollenhauer

Human Resources Department

Felix-Hausdorff-Str. 2

17489 Greifswald

E-Mail:

* Unfortunately we cannot refund any expenses associated with the application or job interview due to budgetary regulations.