Bioinformatics postdoc positions at the University Hospital of Tübingen

European Commission; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research group in Tübingen is seeking a detail-oriented postdoc in bioinformatics to explore microbiome-immunity-cancer interactions. The role involves analyzing diverse datasets and requires a PhD in bioinformatics or related fields. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and be enthusiastic about interdisciplinary collaboration. The position offers excellent mentoring and a competitive research environment.

Leistungen

Excellent mentoring

Participation in career programs

Access to state-of-the-art computing cluster

Research environment in Tübingen

Qualifikationen

• PhD in bioinformatics or closely related subject required.
• Strong background in RNA-seq, 16S amplicon, shotgun metagenomic sequencing.

Aufgaben

• Identify disease contributing bacteria impacting chronic diseases.
• Collaborate with PhD students and support project efforts.

Kenntnisse

Bioinformatics

RNA-seq dataset analysis

16S amplicon sequencing analysis

Single cell data analysis

Metabolomic data analysis

Ausbildung

PhD degree

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company University of Tübingen Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Country Germany Application Deadline 27 May 2025 - 23:00 (UTC) Type of Contract To be defined Job Status Full-time Hours Per Week To be defined Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Our group is looking for a detail-oriented postdoc with a strong background in bioinformatics. We are working in the interdisciplinary field of microbiome-immunity-cancer interactions. More specifically we aim to understand how and which specific bacteria impact on chronic diseases such as cancer and inflammatory bowel disease. The core work of this project is to identify putative disease contributing bacteria, but this job also offers multiple other bioinformatic method approaches such as analysis of RNA-seq-, 16S amplicon-, shotgun metagenomic-, CRISPR Cas9 library based-, single cell- sequencing datasets. This will provide a diverse and engaging work environment to support the biological questions of this project. Candidates with an open mind for learning new technologies are particularly encouraged to apply. Candidates with experience in Bioinformatics or closely related fields are welcome to apply. A further interest or basic skills in any of the following fields is an advantage, but is not required: Microbiology, Immunology, Cancer cell biology. We are an international team and good English skills (oral and written) are required. Moreover, projects in our lab are highly linked with each other, thus a collaborative mind and strong team spirit is particularly important for prospective candidates. We look for dedication, scientific creativity and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary team. Lastly high organizational skills are important to communicate the combined efforts with the two PhD students that support this project.

Your Profile:

We are looking for highly motivated and enthusiastic individuals with:

• a PhD degree, or an equivalent degree in bioinformatics or a closely related subject
• strong background in one or more of these fields/skills: RNA-seq dataset analysis, 16S amplicon sequencing analysis, shotgun metagenomic sequencing analysis, CRISPR Cas9 library based sequencing analysis, single cell data analysis, metabolomic data analysis and further large data analysis.
• basic knowledge in any of this fields is an advantage but not required: Microbiology, Immunology, Cancer cell biology.
• enthusiasm in translational work and molecular mechanisms
• good oral and written communication skills in English
• excellent team player and social skills

We offer:

• a wide array of data from experimental models and patients’ multiple different analyses methods using a new and state of the art computing cluster
• the chance to work at the interface of microbiome-immunology-cancer, a highly competitive and exciting field in biomedical research
• insight into a wide spectrum of genetic, molecular and cell biology, microbiology as well as immunological techniques
• studying clinically relevant aspects of chronic disease through our affiliation with the University Hospital, local research groups and closely collaborating groups
• excellent mentoring and participation in programs, to prepare you for future career steps
• the brand new M3 research center (Malignome, Metabolome und Mikrobiome) including world renowned research groups
• An internationally highly competitive research environment in Tübingen with three excellence clusters (CMFI, IFIT and Machine learning)
• Beautiful Tübingen and surrounding regions that offer countless ways to enjoy your free time, outstanding quality of life and social security.

The position is funded through an ERC starting grant, which also highlights the excellence of this projects. The position is remunerated based on the TV-L salary scale (E 13 TV-L, 100%). Qualified female candidates are explicitly encouraged to submit their applications. Disabled applicants with equal qualifications will receive preferential treatment within the recruitment procedure.

We would be delighted to receive your application including a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, PhD degree, a summary of the PhD thesis, expected availability date, list of publications, and two to three references.

Start date is negotiable, but earliest on 01.07.2025