PhD or Postdoc Position (m/f/div)

PhD or Postdoc Position (m/f/div)

The Department of Anaesthesiology, Intensive Care, Emergency and Pain Medicine at University Hospital Würzburg will offer one PhD or postdoc position (open to m/f/div applicants). The position is limited to two or three years respectively. The salary is based on the TV‑L.

Your Tasks

The PhD or postdoc will cover the topic presynaptic and peripheral plasticity of nociceptors in pain resolution (DOI: /eLife.56738; DOI: /s -6; DOI: /j.bja. ). The project employs high‑resolution imaging to analyse skin and spinal cord plasticity in preclinical models and patient samples. You will be part of a highly motivated team with an open communication culture. The role is associated with the doctoral program of the Graduate School of Life Sciences ( The program is characterised by structured onboarding at an excellently equipped workplace and jointly developed milestones and career paths. In addition to a specialised training programme, you can expect skills training and opportunities for co‑determination. Part‑time work, working from home and support in caring for children or relatives are family‑friendly options. Disabled people will be given priority if they are equally qualified.

Your Profile

You are an open‑minded, enthusiastic, committed, and research‑loving scientist (master’s degree in neurosciences, biomedicine, biochemistry, etc. or PhD in neurosciences (pain research)) with excellent results. You thrive in international teams and translational research. You are expected to work independently with a lively commitment and resilience/flexibility. A background in neurosciences, pain research, high‑resolution imaging, or animal behaviour is highly advantageous.

What you can look forward to

• challenging, diverse, and evolving area of responsibility
• attractive salary according to the TV‑L, including annual special payment
• training and continuing education
• retirement pension plan
• company daycare centre with extended opening hours
• company sports programme
• flexible working hours
• jobBike
• corporate benefits

Legal and Equality Statement

Severely disabled applicants will be given preference if they are otherwise equally qualified.