PhD-Student positions in PhD-Program Molecular, Cellular and Clinical Allergology (MCCA)

The Danube Allergy Research Cluster (Danube ARC) (https://www.phd-mcca.at/) (https://www.kl.ac.at/en/university/scientific-organisational-units/allergology-immunology) is looking for highly-motivated and talented students with passion for science, who wish to work towards a PhD in the fields of Molecular, Cellular and Clinical Allergology, MCCA.

What we offer:

Work on exciting scientific projects in either molecular, cellular or clinical allergology

To be embedded in an international research community

Multilayer mentoring environment

Well-structured 3-track training program

‘Stays abroad’ to learn new methods and techniques

Possibility to obtain complementary skills

Competitive salary and funding for at least 3 years

Spirit, culture and hospitality of Austria, in the heart of Europe

About the Program:

The MCCA PhD Program (https://www.kl.ac.at/en/university/scientific-organisational-units/allergology-immunology), (https://www.phd-mcca.at/) is organized by scientists from the Medical University of Vienna (MUV), Vienna; the University of Natural Resources and Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna; the Karl Landsteiner University (KL), Krems; and the University Clinic St. Pölten, St. Pölten; and receives its funding from the Federal Government of Lower Austria and the Medical University of Vienna. MCCA’s Faculty Members are internationally renowned experts in their fields and have strong and active ties to the world-wide research community. You will be able to benefit from that background. In addition, you will also be able to take advantage of face-to-face contacts with international speakers hosted by the MCCA lecturing program, the MCCA symposia and the MCCA retreats. These possibilities together with the opportunity to visit on a regular basis also international scientific meetings and conferences will guarantee that you can build-up and grow your own scientific career.

Requirements:

MSc, MD, Diploma or an equivalent degree in Biology, Biomedicine, Chemistry or related sciences

Excellent English language skills and the ambition to work hard in a dynamic international program

Application Procedure:

All applications must include a motivation letter, a complete CV including publication list, Master certificate or similar (certified copy), contact details and reference letters. Please refer to the application form on the website https://www.phd-mcca.at/index.php/application and submit your application until March 15, 2025 to meta.luckmann-wagner(at)meduniwien.ac.at and to bernhard.kratzer(at)meduniwien.ac.at

The most promising candidates will be invited to meet the faculty and explore how their interests and capabilities match our research opportunities.

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