Postdoctoral fellow

Ihre Aufgaben

• Planning and performing in vitro and in vivo biological experiments, including in transgenic mice

• FACS analyses and data analyses

• Presenting data in regular internal meetings as well as at scientific conferences

• Writing of abstracts and manuscripts resulting from your research

• Mentoring students and lab members

Ihr Profil

• Doctoral degree in life science, with a strong background in immunology and microbiome research

• Interest in the gut-skin axis, the microbiome, and inflammation research

• Profound knowledge and hands-on experience in flow cytometry (FACS analysis, cell sorting)

• Prior experience in mouse research, a FELASA B certificate or equivalent is mandatory

• The ability to carry out projects independently, reliably and with great enthusiasm

• Excellent communication skills in German and English, both oral and in writing

• Affinity for computational biology, knowledge of R is of advantage

• Initiative and willingness to collaborate with external partners and colleagues

Wir bieten Ihnen

• A varied and challenging position in a leading international research institute for environmental medicine

• A friendly, open and stimulating working environment in a dedicated group

• Institute with a modern state-of-the-art infrastructure

• Interest in your career and access to the IUF Postdoc Program and our networks

• Flexible working hours

  The position is limited until 31.01.2027 with the option of a prolongation, starting as soon as possible. The weekly working time totals 39 hours and 50 minutes. Remuneration is given in accordance with the provisions of the collective agreement for the employees of the states (TV-L). Women are especially encouraged to apply, and in the case of equal qualification, handicapped persons will be given preference. The IUF is committed to family-friendly working conditions and equal gender policy.

  Please submit your application by e-mail as one pdf-file combining relevant documents (letter of motivation, CV, university certificates, and contact of two referees) with the reference "skin-gut axis" in the subject line to Bewerbung(at)IUF-Duesseldorf.de