Postdoctoral Position (f/m/x) CECAD - Vilchez Lab

TN Germany; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a dynamic research group at an esteemed University Hospital, focusing on groundbreaking studies in aging and neurodegenerative diseases. This role offers the chance to engage in innovative research using C. elegans, while also mentoring students and collaborating with a supportive team. With flexible working hours and excellent transport links, this position not only promises professional growth but also contributes significantly to the future of medicine and patient care. Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a stimulating and collaborative environment.

Leistungen

Flexible working time models

Supportive social environment

Excellent transportation connections

Qualifikationen

• Ph.D. in Biology or related field required.
• Experience in stem cell research or C. elegans models is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Study mechanisms to prevent age-related diseases using C. elegans.
• Provide guidance to students at various academic levels.

Kenntnisse

Research in Biology

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

English Proficiency

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Biology

Ph.D. in Biochemistry

Ph.D. in a related field

Jobbeschreibung

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Job Details

• Social network login/join: Not specified
• Location: Cologne, Germany
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: 1a709cda80da
• Job Views: 1
• Posted: 05.05.2025
• Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description

• Focus on studying mechanisms to prevent age-related diseases using the model organism C. elegans.
• Organize and troubleshoot your work independently.
• Communicate results and experiences transparently and professionally within the team.
• Provide guidance and support to Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. students.
• Ph.D. in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.
• Enthusiastic and highly motivated postdoctoral researcher interested in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and aging research.
• Experience in stem cell research or C. elegans models is an advantage but not necessary.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Proactive, flexible, and adept at problem-solving.
• Engage in challenging and varied tasks with a high degree of personal responsibility in an interesting and demanding environment.
• Benefit from a supportive social environment with friendly colleagues.
• Flexible working time models.
• Very good transportation connections.
• Position initially limited to two years, with the possibility of extension.

» Your future with us

Working at the University Hospital Cologne and the Medical Faculty means helping to shape the future — the future of medicine, patients, and your own career. You will benefit from 60 clinics and institutes, numerous departments and facilities, and over 12,000 jobs. The Faculty of Medicine of the University of Cologne and the University Hospital Cologne undertake important social tasks in research, teaching, and patient care. A close network with many university and non-university partners guarantees internationally successful science and excellent education for our students.

The position will be filled in the research group of () at the University Hospital Cologne.

Our group studies how alterations in the crosstalk between RNA and protein metabolism contribute to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a fatal neurodegenerative disease that remains incurable. We use an innovative approach combining patient-derived stem cells with genetics in C. elegans to understand mechanisms that can prevent age-related diseases like amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.