The University Hospital Essen offers first class medical services in the Ruhr metropolis. Every year, 225.000 patients are treated in 30 clinics, 2 7 institutes and specialized centers. The over 8.000 employees offer medical care with state -of-the art diagnostics and therapies, which meet highest international standards. Patient care is connected with basic and translational research at an internationally competitive level.
Research Associate (Postdoc) (m/f/d)
(pay grade: EG 13 TV-L)
Work Area: Clinic for Dermatology - Research Center One Health Ruhr
Job ID: 14028
Start Date: 01.02.2027
Work Scope: Full-Time / 38,5 hours per week
Contract Type: limited
Contract duration: 31.01.2030; in accordance with §2 (2) WissZeitVG for the duration of the project
Your tasks:
- Independently plan, manage, and execute the research project, and communicate results to the scientific community
- Design and perform cell biological, molecular biological, and MS-based proteomics experiments
- Analyze and visualize complex experimental datasets
- Co-supervise a PhD student focused on proteomics workflows
- Manage allocated project resources and budget
- Prepare manuscripts for publication
Your profile:
Required:
- PhD in molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in lysosome research, including cell culture, western blotting, microscopy, lysosome enrichment, and co-immunoprecipitation of lysosomal membrane protein complexes
- Solid background in cellular signaling, particularly in lysosomal signaling pathways
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including data visualization and presentation
- Fluency in English (German language skills are a plus)
- Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
- Prior experience supervising students or junior researchers
Desirable
- Experience analyzing lysosomal biology using MS-based proteomics, including quantitative proteomics and phosphoproteomics
- Track record of scientific publications; experience with third-party funding applications is a plus
- Prior postdoctoral research experience
Look forward to:
The group of Prof. Dominic Winter is providing extensive knowledge in the field of lysosomal research and mass spectrometry-based proteomics. The successful applicant will be part of our highly international and interdisciplinary research team ( www.winter-lab.org)located at the Research Center One Health Ruhr (www.onehealth-ruhr.de) in Essen, Germany. The institute is well-equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation for biochemical and molecular biological experiments, including several high -end mass spectrometers.
What we Offer
- Comprehensive training in lysosomal biology and state-of-the-art mass spectrometry-based proteomics within an internationally recognized research group
- Membership in a highly international, interdisciplinary, and collaborative research team (http://www.winter-lab.org)
- A position at the Research Center One Health Ruhr (http://www.onehealth-ruhr.de) in Essen, Germany, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure for biochemical and molecular biology research, including access to multiple high-end mass spectrometers
- Close mentorship and supervision within a structured PhD project, with opportunities for professional development and scientific networking
- A secure job in the public service of the state of NRW
- Fair payment in accordance with the collective wage agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus payment and supplementary company pension scheme
- 30 days of vacation per calendar year (for a full-time position)
- Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments
- Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards
- Family-friendly corporate culture, e.g. company daycare center, vacation program for school-age children, advice and support from the Employee Service Office in all life situations
- Wide range of training and continuing education opportunities, e.g. at the Training Academy of UK Essen
- Health management, e.g. company integration management, vaccinations, promotion of sports activities
- Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. reduced-price canteen meals, community events, accommodation in student residences
General conditions:
- The pay grade classification depends on the personal and collective legal prerequisites.
- The University Hospital Essen is an equal opportunity employer. Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply.
- The participation in secondary employment depends on the „Hochschulnebentätigkeitsverordnung“ of North-Rhine Westphalia.
- Disabled applicants will be preferentially considered in case of equivalent qualification.
- The position is also available as part-time employment.
Contact person and further information about the position:
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