Postdoctoral researcher (f/m/x) in the field of Translational Immunology / Infectious diseases

We are looking to support our rapidly growing team as soon as possible:

Postdoctoral researcher (f/m/x) in the field of Translational Immunology / Infectious diseases

Innere Medizin
TV-L: 38,5 h/week (100%)
initially limited for 3 years according to WissZeitVG, extension optional
Your salary will be based on TV-L
TV-L: 38,5 h/week (100%)
initially limited for 3 years according to WissZeitVG, extension optional
Your salary will be based on TV-L
Your tasks

• Development/production and modification of monoclonal antibodies from patient-derived B cells
• In vitro and in vivo validation of monoclonal antibodies
• Development of novel therapeutic strategies
• Supervision and training of junior members and technicians in the lab
• Close cooperation with our medical and experimental collaboration partners
• Presentation of the data within meetings as well as national and international congresses
• Publication of the results in high-impact journals

Your profile

• You hold a PhD in molecular biology, immunology, or equivalent
• Strong background in molecular biology/immunology, microbiology and/or biochemistry
• Experience in state-of-the-art advanced multi-color flow cytometry
• Experience in mouse models and/or BSL2 bacterial organisms are desirable but no prerequisite
• A high motivation level and the ability to work effectively in a team
• Excellent English communication skills, both spoken and written
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent data reporting and communication skills

Our offer

• Everything but ordinary: You can expect a secure job in a challenging, innovative environment - including company pension schemes and regular working hours without business trips.
• Work-life balance: Whether full-time or part-time, with or without children - with numerous support options, we will find the right path together.
• Team spirit in R(h)ine culture: You will be warmly welcomed by an interdisciplinary team that values mutual respect and helpfulness.
• Strong perspectives: We offer extensive training opportunities - so you can continuously grow and set new goals.

Your future with us

We are one of the leading university hospitals in Germany and network research, teaching and health care at the highest level. That's why many things are a lot bigger for us: the spectrum of exciting development opportunities. The limitless openness with which specialists from all over the world work together here. Or our commitment as an employer to support all employees as best we can in reconciling their job with their goals and life situations.
This is the University Hospital of Cologne: Everything but ordinary.
Your future in detail
At the Faculty of Medicine, University of Cologne over 1.800 scientists are engaged in research, ranging from basic sciences to clinical application, as well as teaching and health care. Together with the University Hospital Cologne the faculty maintains 60 clinics, research institutes and centres. The Faculty of Medicine and the University Hospital Cologne are embedded in the scientifically highly active Rhine region. They have strong contacts to and alliances with the surrounding universities and non-university research institutions guaranteeing scientific excellence in research.
The Department I of Internal Medicine, University Hospital of Cologne is seeking applications for a full-time (100%)
Postdoctoral researcher (f/m/d)
in the field of
Translational Immunology / Infectious diseases
The position has a limited tenure up to three years with the option for extension.
Our research group is embedded within the Translational Research Unit - Infectious Diseases (TRU-ID) at the Center for Molecular Medicine Cologne (CMMC) with highest standard laboratories covering biosafety levels (BSL) 1 to 3. Focus of our research group is to develop new innovative immunotherapies to improve treatment of severe bacterial infections, which are still responsible for a high morbidity and mortality worldwide. Key aspect of our work is to design and modify monoclonal antibodies that specifically target bacterial pathogens.
A highly progressive, diverse, and innovative scientific environment is provided by the strong relations within the University of Cologne as well as to other national and international research groups. The appointee will be enabled to conduct own research projects with an upmost creativity and intellectual freedom.
Applications from female candidates are expressly welcome and will be given priority in the event of equal suitability, competence and professional performance. People with disabilities are welcome to apply and will be treated preferentially in the event of equal suitability and qualification. The position is suitable for staffing with part-time employees.
Contact
Dr. Alexander Simonis
Tel: +49 221 478-15322

Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR
Geschäftsbereich Personal
Kerpener Str. 62
50937 Köln

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Application deadline: 01.12.2024
Job-ID: q6g53u52
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We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!