Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in Macromolecular Compartmentalization and Genome Stability

Mpi-Cbg; Dresden; Ibrido; EUR 60.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

VBL pension plan

30 days annual leave

Discounted public-transport job ticket

Support for work-life balance

Descrizione del lavoro

A renowned research institute in Dresden is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to investigate macromolecular compartmentalization and genome stability. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate strong independent research abilities as well as teamwork. Responsibilities include conducting experiments, contributing to scientific literature, and presenting findings. The position offers a full-time contract of 2 years with chances for extension, competitive salary, and various benefits to support work-life balance.

Competenze

• Strong motivation, reliability, and ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Experience contributing to scientific publications or presentations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Mansioni

• Drive independent and collaborative research on DNA replication and repair.
• Reconstitute multi-protein assemblies.
• Perform quantitative single-molecule or imaging experiments.
• Present findings at meetings and contribute to publications.

Conoscenze

Independent work

Collaboration

Experience in scientific publications

Excellent communication skills in English

Formazione

PhD in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, or Biophysics

Strumenti

TIRF microscopy

Optical tweezers

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG) and the Center for Systems Biology Dresden (CSBD) pursue multiscale biological discovery using interdisciplinary approaches. The official language is English.

"Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics (MPI-CBG) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in Macromolecular Compartmentalization and Genome Stability."

Your role:

As a postdoc in the Chappidi group, you will drive independent and collaborative research to dissect the mechanistic principles of compartmentalization in DNA replication and DNA repair. Depending on your background and interests, you may contribute to:

• reconstituting multi-protein assemblies
• performing quantitative single-molecule or imaging experiments
• developing novel biophysical or biochemical assays
• validating emergent principles in mammalian cells or disease models
• integrating concepts across biophysics, biochemistry, and genome maintenance

You will also present your findings at internal meetings and international conferences, contribute to publications, and support a positive and collegial team culture.

Essential qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD) in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Biophysics, or a related life-science field
• Strong motivation, reliability, and ability to work both independently and with a team
• Experience contributing to scientific publications or presentations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Desirable skills and experience

• Knowledge and hands-on expertise in single-molecule biophysical methods (TIRF microscopy, optical tweezers)
• Protein biochemistry, including purification and quantitative assay development
• Cell-based techniques (mammalian cell culture, imaging)
• Effective collaboration in interdisciplinary teams
• Strong analytical reasoning and persistence in experimental work

Our offer:

• A full-time position in a vibrant, international research environment
• An initial contract of 2 years, with the possibility of extension upon mutual agreement
• Salary and social benefits in accordance with TVöD Bund (up to EG13), based on experience
• Attractive public-sector benefits (VBL pension plan, 30 days annual leave, full social coverage)
• Discounted public-transport job ticket (VVO) and excellent transport connections
• Support for work–life balance, including assistance with family and childcare matters
• A broad network for career development and training through the Max Planck Society

Your Application:

Please submit your complete application via our online system stating 2025-Postdoc-GenomeCompartmentalization-2560 by 7 January 2026. Kindly include the following:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) including publication list
• A one-page motivation letter
• A two-page statement of research interests and scientific achievements
• Contact details of at least two referees as a single pdf file

Scientific inquiries can be sent to Nagaraja Chappidi ([e-mail]). Questions regarding contract, compensation or benefits may be addressed to Brian von Rueden ([e-mail]).

Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics
Pfotenhauerstr. 108, 01307 Dresden, Germany
http://www.mpi-cbg.de

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