Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) axon growth and regeneration

Dzne; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading neuroscience research lab in Bonn seeks a skilled researcher to explore mechanisms of axon growth and nerve cell regeneration. Candidates must hold a PhD in neuroscience or related fields, possess advanced skills including animal work and microscopy techniques, and demonstrate a track record in publishing. This role requires independence, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to collaborate in a dynamic environment.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in neuroscience, (bio)medical sciences, biology or a related field.
• Strong background in neuroscience along with advanced statistics.
• Experience in animal work focusing on neuroscience methods.

Aufgaben

• Conduct experiments on axon growth and regeneration.
• Establish cell culture and microscopy techniques.
• Develop independent research projects based on prior results.

Kenntnisse

Neuroscience knowledge

Advanced statistics

Microscope methods

Animal work experience

Immunostaining

Genetic engineering

Electrophysiology

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaborative teamwork

Publishing skills

Teaching experience

Proficiency in English

Ausbildung

PhD in neuroscience or related field

Jobbeschreibung

You will address questions related to axon growth and regeneration, by investigating mechanisms that contribute to developmental growth process of neurons and how these can be used to elicit regeneration in pathological conditions. What are the cellular and molecular mechanism nerve cells deploying to grow during development? And can these processes be reactivated so that damaged nerve cells regenerate after a spinal cord injury? These are the key research topics of our lab.

Based on previous results and expertise of our group you will develop your own research projects and profile. You will explore and establish state‑of‑the‑art cell culture, in vivo and microscope techniques to perform the experiments and analyse your data.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, (bio)medical sciences, biology or a related field.
• Strong background in neuroscience as well as advanced statistics and novel microscope methods to design your project and analyse your data.
• Experience in animal work as well as neuroscience methods like primary cell culture, in vivo surgeries, immunostaining of cells and tissue, genetic engineering of neurons by vector design and cloning, virus‑based infection techniques, light‑based manipulation of neuronal activity, and electrophysiology.
• High degree of independence in conducting experiments, processing data and presenting results.
• Outstanding analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team‑oriented environment.
• A track record of publishing high quality scientific articles.
• Experience in teaching and supervising students of different levels (Bachelor, Master, PhD).
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required.

For questions regarding the advertised position, please contact Dr. Sina Stern (Tel + 49 228 43302 591).