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PhD Positions at the Medical University of Graz (Austria)

The Medical University of Graz invites applications for PhD positions starting on October 1, 2026, within several research areas including cancer research, immunology, TRP ion channel pathophysiology, computational modeling, metabolism, and cardiovascular research.

Positions are available in three PhD programs:

  • Molecular Medicine – interdisciplinary biomedical research connecting basic, preclinical, and clinical science.
  • Translational Immunology and Metabolism in Oncology (TIMO) – a cancer-focused program exploring cancer metabolism and anti-tumor immunity.
  • TRP-dependent Cation Signaling (TRPC.at) – research on the role of TRP ion channels in lung, heart, and brain diseases.

PhD candidates will receive a 3-year employment contract (with possible extension), competitive salary, and social benefits, and will work in an international research environment at one of Europe’s leading medical universities.

Applications must be submitted online only.

Application deadline: March 22, 2026
More information and application: https://www.medunigraz.at/phd/application/