Junior Research Group Leader (gn*) Reproductive Biology

Universit; Münster; On-site; EUR 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunities

Part-time possible

Job summary

University of Münster invites applications for the position of Junior Research Group Leader in Reproductive Biology. The post is fixed-term until 31 December 2029, full-time (38.5 hours/week) with salary according to TV-L E13, embedded in a collaborative network including the University Hospital Münster and SFB 1748.

The successful candidate will lead their own group and align with focus areas such as testes function, germ cells, and fertilisation, with opportunities for iPS or organoid work and

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field; time since PhD not more than 6 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead an independent Research Group at the University of Münster.

Skills

Team leadership

Independent research

Project development

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Organoid work

iPS cell techniques

Job description

Junior Research Group Leader (gn*) Reproductive Biology

Job Id: 12539

Fixed-term until 31 December 2029 | Full-time, 38.5 hours/week | Salary according to TV-L E13 | University of Münster, University Hospital Münster

The SFB 1748 brings together basic and clinical researchers from the University of Münster, University Hospital Münster, the Max Planck Institute, and RWTH Aachen University to Unravel the Molecular Mechanisms of Male Infertility. Its goal is to elucidate the genetic, molecular, and cellular processes underlying testis formation and function, sperm production and function, fertilisation, and early embryonic development in health and disease. To achieve this, the consortium combines interdisciplinary expertise in molecular, structural, and cell biology, physiology, epi/genetics, (bio)informatics, and multimodal data analysis. Focusing primarily on humans, it leverages Münster’s close integration of medicine, clinical science, and basic research, while complementary studies in mammalian and non-mammalian model organisms provide additional insights. The mission is to translate basic discoveries into clinical practice, enabling earlier diagnosis, more evidence-based reproductive treatments, and improved care for infertile couples.

This positionwill be embedded into this highly collaborative research environment. The successful candidate will lead their independent Research Group at an Institution of their own choice at the University Münster.

The research shall align with the focus areas of the SFB 1748 (function of the testes, germ cells, and sperm, or fertilisation and early embryonic development) and strengthen technical approaches (e.g. iPS or organoid work) and research networks. For a list of ongoing research please refer to the webpage of the SFB 1748 .

The core funding for the SFB 1748 Junior Research Group amounts to at least 120,000 euros per year including own position through the end of 2029. The group will be supplemented from SFB and/or funds of the host institution.

The Research Group leader shall have defended their doctoral thesis no longer than 6 years ago. Times of family leave (incl. parental leave or own long-term illness) will be added to these 6 years.

• a research summary limited to one page and written for a non-specialist, which explains the main objectives of the research
• a research proposal of no more than three pages total including all references, figures, and tables, written for experts and clearly outlining the connections to SFB 1748 Reproduction.MS at the Faculty of Medicine in Münster ( please use template )

Equal Opportunities:
Equal opportunities are an integral part of our HR policy. UKM supports the compatibility of career and family life and has been certified as a family-conscious employer since 2010. In principle, part-time employment is possible. In areas where women are underrepresented, they will be given preferential consideration in accordance with statutory provisions, provided they have equal qualifications, aptitude, and professional performance. Applicants with severe disabilities will also be given preferential consideration under the same conditions and within the framework of legal regulations.

Further Information:

• Due to the legal requirements of the German Measles Protection Act, employment with us is only possible with full vaccination protection against measles.
  
• We reserve the right to close the selection process as soon as a suitable candidate has been found.
  
• Applications submitted by email or post cannot be considered.
  
• Salary according to TV-L. Classification is based on the assigned responsibilities and qualifications. Placement within the pay scale levels is determined according to relevant professional experience.

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