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September 18, 2025

**Job Description**
The RNA Biology Lab at the Max Delbrück Center is seeking a highly motivated Ph.D student to investigate RNA-based molecular mechanisms regulating transcription in herpes simplex virus 1-infected cells. This project is part of the DFG-funded Research Group DEEP-DV. The successful candidate will develop novel approaches to study transcriptional regulation, characterize engineered cells, collaborate with team and DEEP-DV members, analyze and interpret data, and prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.

**Skills & Abilities**
• Background in molecular biology
• Expertise in mammalian cell culture and genome editing techniques
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Preferably skills in next generation sequencing-based methods and bioinformatics/computational data analysis

**Qualifications**
Required Degree(s) in:
• Cell Biology
• Biotechnology
• Molecular Biology
• Related field

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Work Level
Ph.D
Employment Type
Scholarship
Salary
Annual Salary: According to TVöD Bund, up to fee group E13 Position Classification: E13 Benefits: International working environment, interesting career opportunities, further qualification and training, compatibility of family and career (certified by workandfamily audit), support for "New Berliners" through the MDC Welcome & Family Office, additional company pension schemes, secure job, flexible working hours, childcare support, possibility of mobile working, subsidy for job ticket, additional health benefits (flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice).
Valid Until
October 8, 2025
Details
Temporary / Part-time Duration: 3.5 years
School / Department / Center / Lab
• RNA Biology Lab • AG Landthaler
Supervisor(s)
Sabrina Deter AG Landthaler
Supervisor Email
sabrina.deter[at]mdc-berlin.de
Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine in the Helmholtz Association (MDC)
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