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š§¬ 6 Fully Funded PhD Positions ā RNA Biology & RNA Therapeutics | University of WĆ¼rzburg
Institution: Julius-Maximilians-UniversitƤt WĆ¼rzburg ā Institute for Molecular Infection Biology (IMIB)
š Location: WĆ¼rzburg, Bavaria, Germany
š¼ Positions Available: 6 Fully Funded PhD Student Positions
š¬ Research Area: RNA Biology | RNA Therapeutics | RNA-Based Medicine | RNA Modification | RNA Delivery | CRISPR-Cas Systems | microRNAs | Non-Coding RNA | RNA Chemistry | Infection Biology
The Julius-Maximilians-UniversitƤt WĆ¼rzburg is inviting applications for 6 fully funded PhD student positions within the international graduate programme RNAMed ā Future Leaders in RNA-based Medicine, based in Bavaria, Germany.
The programme brings together an international consortium of leading scientists working on RNA modification and delivery, CRISPR-Cas systems, microRNAs, non-coding RNA, RNA biology of infections, and RNA chemistry, with a focus on advancing precision medicine and targeted molecular therapies.
š¬ What You’ll Work On
RNA Biology
Investigate fundamental mechanisms of RNA biology and explore how RNA molecules contribute to cellular processes, disease mechanisms, and therapeutic applications.
RNA Therapeutics & RNA-Based Medicine
Work on innovative approaches for RNA-based medicine, targeted molecular therapies, and precision medicine.
RNA Modification & Delivery
Explore RNA modification and delivery technologies aimed at improving the therapeutic potential and functionality of RNA molecules.
CRISPR-Cas Systems
Investigate CRISPR-Cas systems and their applications in molecular biology, gene regulation, and therapeutic development.
microRNAs & Non-Coding RNA
Study the biological functions and regulatory mechanisms of microRNAs and non-coding RNAs in health and disease.
RNA Biology of Infections
Investigate the role of RNA biology in infectious diseases and explore molecular mechanisms that could contribute to novel therapeutic strategies.
RNA Chemistry
Apply biochemical and chemical approaches to understand RNA structure, modification, function, and interactions.
šÆ Ideal Candidates
Applicants should have:
- A Masterās degree with top grades or equivalent qualification.
- Academic background in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Medicine, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
- Strong motivation to pursue research in RNA-based medicine.
- Interest in interdisciplinary and international research.
- Commitment to becoming part of the RNAMed graduate programme.
Applicants from all nationalities are welcome.
Prof. Dr. Andrea Rentmeister particularly welcomes applicants with a strong background in biochemistry / RNA biochemistry.
š What You’ll Gain
- Opportunity to pursue a fully funded PhD in RNA-based medicine.
- Training within an international and interdisciplinary graduate programme.
- Opportunity to work with world-leading scientists in RNA research.
- Exposure to cutting-edge research in RNA biology and RNA therapeutics.
- Experience with RNA modification and delivery technologies.
- Training in CRISPR-Cas systems, microRNAs, non-coding RNA, RNA chemistry, and infection biology.
- International networking and scientific collaboration opportunities.
- Extracurricular activities and professional development opportunities.
- Preparation for a future career in the rapidly growing field of RNA-based medicine.
- Opportunity to contribute to precision medicine and targeted molecular therapies.
š§Ŗ Research Focus
The RNAMed ā Future Leaders in RNA-based Medicine programme takes a holistic approach to doctoral training in the rapidly developing field of RNA-based medicine.
The programme brings together a diverse consortium of researchers working across:
- RNA modification
- RNA delivery
- CRISPR-Cas systems
- microRNAs
- Non-coding RNA
- RNA biology of infections
- RNA chemistry
- Precision medicine
- Targeted molecular therapies
The available PhD projects are hosted by research groups at University of WĆ¼rzburg, University Hospital Regensburg, and LMU Munich.
šØāš¬ Available Research Groups & Supervisors
The following supervisors currently have open PhD positions:
- Prof. Dr. Jƶrg Vogel ā University of WĆ¼rzburg
- Prof. Dr. Cynthia Sharma ā University of WĆ¼rzburg
- Prof. Dr. Claudia Hƶbartner ā University of WĆ¼rzburg
- Prof. Dr. Utz Fischer ā University of WĆ¼rzburg
- Prof. Dr. Selim Corbacioglu ā University Hospital Regensburg
- Prof. Dr. Andrea Rentmeister ā LMU Munich
Applicants should indicate their two preferred research groups in their application and explain their preference.
š° Funding & Position Details
Positions: 6 PhD Student Positions
Funding: Fully Funded
Programme: RNAMed ā Future Leaders in RNA-based Medicine
Start Date: January 2027
Later Start: Negotiable
Salary: Based on the German public-sector pay scale (TV-L)
Location: Bavaria, Germany
Primary Institution: Julius-Maximilians-UniversitƤt WĆ¼rzburg
Research Areas: RNA Biology | RNA Therapeutics | RNA-Based Medicine | RNA Modification | RNA Delivery | CRISPR-Cas | RNA Chemistry
Applicants: All nationalities welcome
š How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English, preferably by email, as one single PDF file to:
š§ Email: med-rnamed@uni-wuerzburg.de
The application should include:
- Cover Letter ā Include your motivation for joining RNAMed and indicate your two preferred research groups, explaining why.
- CV
- Contact Information for Two Academic References
- Relevant Certificates
- List of Publications, if applicable
š Application Deadline: September 17, 2026
Successful candidates are expected to begin their PhD projects in January 2027, although later starting dates may be negotiable.
For informal inquiries, applicants may contact the programme speaker:
š§ Prof. Dr. Jƶrg Vogel: joerg.vogel@uni-wuerzburg.de
š Job Details
Institution: Julius-Maximilians-UniversitƤt WĆ¼rzburg
Institute: Institute for Molecular Infection Biology (IMIB)
Programme: RNAMed ā Future Leaders in RNA-based Medicine
Positions: 6 Fully Funded PhD Positions
Location: WĆ¼rzburg, Bavaria, Germany
Start Date: January 2027
Funding: Fully Funded
Salary: German Public Sector Pay Scale (TV-L)
Qualification: Masterās degree with top grades or equivalent
Eligible Backgrounds: Life Sciences | Chemistry | Medicine | Pharmaceutical Sciences | Related Disciplines
Research Areas: RNA Biology | RNA Therapeutics | RNA Modification | RNA Delivery | CRISPR-Cas | microRNAs | Non-Coding RNA | RNA Chemistry | Infection Biology
Application Mode: Email
Application Language: English
Application Email: med-rnamed@uni-wuerzburg.de
Application Format: One single PDF
Application Deadline: September 17, 2026
References: Two academic referees
Preferred Research Groups: Applicants must indicate two preferred groups
International Applicants: All nationalities welcome
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