Doctoral position – Mechanisms of local translation Wiss2607-05

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Rugarli Lab, Institute for Genetics I CECAD Research Center

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.

Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne

make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in

science, technology, and administration.

A three-year doctoral position is available in the laboratory of Elena WE OFFER

Rugarli (http://rugarli.cecad-labs.uni-koeln.de/). We are looking for

a highly qualified and motivated doctoral student with a genuine » Access to state-of-the-art core facilities and technologies

interest to pursue a scientific career within our team. The Rugarli » A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

laboratory is part of the Cologne Excellence Cluster on Aging and » Support in balancing work and family life

Aging-Associated Diseases (CECAD) and Institute for Genetics

» Flexible working time models

of the University of Cologne. The scientific environment is highly

» Extensive advanced training opportunities

dynamic, interactive, international, and offers several opportunities

» Occupational health management offers

of scientific exchange and collaborations.

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and

YOUR TASKS diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance

with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia

» Investigate basic mechanisms supporting local translation of (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welmitochondrial proteins come applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their

» Contribute to the development of novel tools for studying gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age,

mRNA trafficking and translational regulation sexual orientation and identity.

» Accurately document and analyse your data in accordance with

good scientific practice The position is to be filled part-time (65% / 25,89 hours per week)

as soon as possible and is limited to three years. If the applicant

YOUR PROFILE meets the relevant wage requirements and has the appropriate

personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group

» Master‘s degree (or equivalent) with excellent academic perfor- 13 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

mance in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry or Biotechnology

» Strong research interest in Neuroscience and Cell biology Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications (wit-

» Previous experience with primary neuronal cultures and/or hout a photo) under https://jobportal.uni-koeln.de and include: a

iPSC-derived neurons will be considered as a plus cover letter stating your motivation for applying to this position and

» Curious, motivated and committed to conducting high-quality research interests, proof of the required qualifications, a curriculum

research vitae, including the names and contact details of at least two refe-

» Excellent written and spoken English skills, with a strong sense rences. The reference number is Wiss2607-05.

The application deadline is 31 August 2026.

of teamwork

For further inquiries, please contact Professor Dr Elena Rugarli at

(elena.rugarli@uni-koeln.de) and take a look at our FAQs.