The Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology (IIZP) in the Faculty of Biology at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a
Postdoctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, salary level E 13 TV-L, 100%)
at the earliest possible date. We are offering a fixed-term full-time position for 2 years. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.
Your tasks:
The successful candidate will work in an international group of molecular and cell biologists and apply a wide range of methodologies including flow cytometry, different imaging techniques, protein biochemistry, lipid biology, analysis of lipid flux and determination of cell viability and lifespan. In addition, the successful candidate will provide students with subject-related expertise and instruction applying scientific methods.
Our expectations:
Applicants must have a doctoral degree in the biological sciences (such as biology, molecular biology, biomedicine, biochemistry or life sciences). Substantial expertise with genetics and cell biology in yeast (S. cerevisiae) as well as with lipid droplet biology is required (documented by respective publications). In addition, experience with high resolution live cell imaging is essential. A good command of written and spoken English is necessary.
The ideal candidate should have a strong background in molecular and cell biology. Solid knowledge of organelle biology is highly desirable. Additional relevant expertise may include protein biochemistry, flow cytometry and experience in analysing cellular fitness, stress tolerance and lifespan. The applicant should have demonstrated productivity in pursuing research in relevant disciplines. Good team work and communication skills are important.
Advantages for you:
- Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.
- Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home.
- If you have family members or young children in your care, our Family Service Office offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
- As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
- From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our sport and health programmes ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.
The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions. Part-time options are generally available.
We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.
Are you interested? Then send an electronic application including your CV, a motivation letter and two references, as single PDF file, to Prof. Sabrina Büttner at sabrina.buettner@uni-muenster.de by 2025-08-22.
Reference number: 2025_07_58
