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Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d) at the Center for Translational Bone, Joint, and Soft Tissue Research

Anticipated Start Date:  01.01.2026
Application End Date:  24.10.2025
Temporary Employment:  Not Applicable
Working Hours:  Full and Part Time
Requisition ID:  1497

The University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus and the Faculty of Medicine together form University Medicine Dresden. It is committed to excellence in high-performance medicine, medical research and teaching as well as healthcare services for patients in the entire region.

Together for the cutting-edge medicine of tomorrow - become part of  University Medicine Dresden

 

Doctoral Candidate (m/f/d)

at the Center for Translational Bone, Joint, and Soft Tissue Research

 

 

The position is to be filled full-time, limited to 3 years starting from March 1, 2026.

 

This position is part of the European doctoral network “SHIELD” (Strategies for Healing Implant-associated infections and Enhancing Longevity in Devices), which offers 16 early-career researchers a unique opportunity to help shape the future of managing implant-associated infections (IAIs). The focus is on in-depth research of the complex mechanisms causing IAIs, as well as the development of novel antibacterial biomaterials.

 

The aim of the position is to develop innovative hydrogel-based bacteriophage formulations to effectively combat oral biofilms on metallic implant surfaces in the future, thereby sustainably improving the treatment of implant infections and significantly extending the lifespan of medical implants.

 

Background information on all doctoral candidate positions and the SHIELD doctoral network can be found at:
• http://www.shield-dn.eu
• https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/jobs/hosting/16-phd-positions-available-highly-motivated-early-career-researchers-be-part-new-msca

 

 

Your tasks:

 

  • Development and characterization of injectable, phage-loaded biomaterials based on (bio)polymers and bioactive glasses

  • Isolation, maintenance, and antibacterial testing of bacteriophages against oral bacterial species

  • Analysis of phage activity—both free and embedded in biomaterials—using in vitro biofilm models

  • Collaboration with SHIELD project partners, including research stays in partner laboratories

  • Writing scientific publications and active participation in laboratory organization

 

 

Perfect fit — Your profile:

 

  • Completed university degree

  • Experience in bacterial cultivation and characterization

  • Expertise in biochemical, microscopic, and microbiological analysis

  • Handling of toxic and sensitive substances

  • Microbiological work compliant with genetic engineering safety level 1

  • Very good command of English, spoken and written

 

 

Fully convincing — Our offer:

 

  • A versatile and responsible role in a dynamic and future-oriented environment of cutting-edge medicine, with all opportunities for shaping and further development

  • Attractive salary according to collective agreement

  • Opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree

  • Flexible working hours to realistically combine family and career

  • Access to corporate prevention and fitness programs at our health center Carus Vital, including participation in team events, lectures, courses, and seminars

  • Childcare support through partnerships with facilities near the clinic

  • Pension provision for post-employment years through company-supported retirement plans

  • Use of bike leasing and the option for a job ticket

  • Support services for all areas of life through our family office and employee counseling

  • Additional benefits via our employee perks

  • Mobile working possible in coordination with the team and operational requirements

 

Your contact in the HR Directorate

 

 

Elena Koch

Tel: 0351-458- 2594

Severely disabled applicants are expressly encouraged to apply and will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

We kindly ask you to apply preferably via our online form to make the selection process faster and more effective. Of course, we also consider your written application without any disadvantages. 

To ensure the best possible health protection for our patients and employees, we require proof of measles vaccination (a medical certificate) in accordance with the Infection Protection Act. Further proof of vaccination status must be presented before starting work.

Good reasons for the Dresden University Medicine as an employer

Attractive conditions

With us, you can expect remuneration in line with the company pay scale, 30 days' vacation and a fixed annual bonus. For the time after your active career, we offer the possibility of a company-supported pension scheme.

Diverse working environment

Dresden University Hospital is one of the most innovative and successful hospitals in Germany. As a maximum care provider, it covers the entire spectrum of medicine and offers varied tasks in a wide range of areas.

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