DZNE is a world-leading, internationally oriented center for cutting-edge research into diseases of the nervous system.

At 10 locations in Germany, around 1,200 employees are working together on new approaches to better understand and effectively combat diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and ALS. 

That is our goal - maybe soon yours too? Become part of the DZNE and support us in realizing our research strategy!

Master student (f/m/x) in the field of Neuroimmunology

Code: 1447/2025/6

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated MSc student to conduct research at the interface of immunology and neuroscience as part of a 6-month lab internship.

Your role in detail

• During you lab internship, you will bei a member of the ‘Translational Neuroimmunology’ research group.
• The group is is based at the DZNE in Bonn and is also associated with the Institute of Innate Immunity at the University Hospital Bonn, the ImmunoSensation2 Cluster of Excellence and the Collaborative Research Centre “Metaflammation” (SFB 1454).
• Our research focuses on understanding how microglia-mediated neuroinflammation contributes to the progression of Alzheimer’s disease.
• Specifically, we examine how immune signaling and metabolic changes combine to modulate microglial function, affecting disease outcome.
• You will conduct research at the interface of immunology and neuroscience.
• Specifically, this project will involve cell culture work, immune activation assays and state of the art lab techniques (metabolic assays, flow cytometry or fluorescence imaging, and biochemical techniques e.g. western blot, quantification assays).

Your qualifications

• Currently enrolled at a University and conducting a MSc degree. BSc degree in Immunology, Neuroscience, Biology or similar
• Previous experience in experimental immunology, neuroscience or cell metabolism research would be very beneficial
• Hands on experience in cell culture and biochemistry techniques (protein assays, western blot, PCR). Familiarity in immunohistochemistry or flow cytometry is a plus
• Fluency in English for communicating, writing, and presentation of scientific data
• Strong enthusiasm and motivation for interdisciplinary research
• Excellent problem solving skills and ability to work independently
• Willingness to work in a diverse and interdisciplinary team of international scientists

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, transcripts and the contact details for references in one single PDF file. Only applications submitted via our application portal will be accepted. Please refrain from sending your application by e-mail. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

For questions related to the position, please contact Dr. Róisín McManus at roisin.mcmanus@dzne.de

We look forward to receiving your application via the link below. 

What our employees value

• Innovation and internationality – a forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations
• Work-life balance – we reconcile work and private life with flexible working hours, 30 days' holiday (On top free on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) and subsidized job/ Germany ticket options
• Family-conscious corporate culture – Because we know that family is important
• Health promotion – through our extensive range of company health programs, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund
• Focus on development – weekly seminars on immunology, neuroscience and other biomedical topics by national and international speakers
• Individual onboarding – To ensure a smooth start in your new professional challenge
• The position is initially limited to 6 months as part of a lab internship

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Application deadline

01.07.2025