Postdoctoral position (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology research

Postdoctoral position (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology research

The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of the Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With around 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. Our clinics and institutes stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research, modern teaching and transfer of innovative technology. Göttingen as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center Göttingen is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.

The Institut für Neuroimmunologie und Multiple-Sklerose-Forschung of the University Medical Center Göttingen is looking for a Postdoctoral position (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology research full time, 38.5 hours per week, minimum 2 years, potentially 5 years. Remuneration according to TV-L.

The research group of Dr. Leon Hosang at the IMSF is inviting applications for a postdoc (f/m/d) in cell biology, immunology and molecular biology. Our research group at the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) investigates the lung–brain axis, with a particular interest in how unique features of the lung shape both local and systemic immune responses, including immune regulation within the central nervous system. Our aim is to understand how these interactions contribute to the initiation, modulation and resolution of autoimmune neuroinflammation. Funding for this position is provided by the “UMG2032 - Excellence through Focus” project, funded by the State of Lower Saxony and the VolkswagenStiftung through the zukunft.niedersachsen program.

Tasks

• Conduct an independent research project in the emerging field of the lung-brain axis and its role in regulating of CNS autoimmunity
• Establish new methods and models relevant to the project
• Work collaboratively within an international and multidisciplinary team
• Present and communicate research results at scientific meetings
• Supervision of students

Qualifications

• You are a curious and enthusiastic scientist who can work independently but also in a team
• PhD in the life sciences, such as cell biology, neurobiology, immunology, molecular biology or a related subject
• Experience working with rodent experimental models, with a qualification in accordance with FELASA guidelines
• Fluent English language skills (written and spoken) are required

We offer

• You will work in a high-impact research field with biomedical relevance embedded in the collaborative environment of the Göttingen Campus including several supportive facilities and inspiring research consortia
• Small, international and diverse research group with a strong team spirit and an open-minded, collaborative and respectful working atmosphere

The UMG is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals. We further strive for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations.

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