PhD position – Post infection tissue remodeling of endothelium across organs (m/w/d)

Bookmark jobad Share jobad Join two internationally recognized research groups at the Center for Integrative Infectious Disease Research (CIID), Heidelberg University. Working at the interface of infection biology, immunology and advanced imaging, you will contribute to understanding how viral infections leave long-term imprints on vascular tissues and drive post-acute infection syndromes. You will benefit from cutting-edge BSL-2/BSL-3 infrastructure, state-of-the-art imaging technologies and a highly collaborative scientific environment with excellent opportunities for training, networking and scientific development. * **Job-ID:** V000016519 * **Field of application:** Virologie * **Location:** Heidelberg * **Start date:** 01.01.2027 * **Job Category:** Science and teaching * **Working hours:** Part time (65%) * **Published:** 11.11.2026 * **Limitation:**Temporary (24 months) * **Contract:**TV-L **Your Tasks** -------------- * Lead an independent research project investigating how viral infections induce durable endothelial remodeling and contribute to post-acute infection syndromes (PAIS) * Apply molecular and cellular biology techniques including qPCR, flow cytometry, Western blotting and ELISA to characterize immune and endothelial responses * Utilize quantitative fluorescence microscopy to study tissue remodeling across organs, tissues and single-cell systems * Establish and optimize primary cell culture models and infection-based experimental systems for PAIS research * Design, document, analyze and interpret experimental data using rigorous scientific standards * Present findings at national and international scientific meetings * Contribute to peer-reviewed publications and collaborative research activities **Your Profile** ---------------- * Master's degree in Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology or a related life science discipline * Strong theoretical background in molecular biology, infection biology and experimental laboratory methods * Interest in immunology and host-pathogen interactions * Fluency in written and spoken English * Motivation to work in an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment * Experience with mouse models and FELASA certification * Knowledge of immunological research methods * Bioinformatics skills * Experience in microscopy and image analysis * Previous work within containment laboratory environments **We offer** ------------ * Collectively agreed remuneration (TV-L E13), attractive company pension scheme (VBL) * 30 days vacation (5-day workweek) * Sustainable travel: job ticket * Family-friendly working environment: cooperative arrangements for childcare, subsidy for child vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care * Wide range of health, prevention and sports offers **Contact & Application** ------------------------- For further information, please contact Dr. Alexander Lercher or Dr. Vibor Laketa. **Shape the future of PAIS research!** We l