Postdoctoral Researcher Stem Cell Niche Biology and Mechanobiology (m/f/d)

Universität Ulm Abteilung III-1 Personalservice; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 50.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A prominent research university in Germany is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher in Stem Cell Niche Biology and Mechanobiology. The position is part of an ERC project focusing on the aging stem cell niche's mechanical properties. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant field and have experience in cell mechanics, confocal microscopy, and cell culture. The successful applicant will develop research projects, supervise students, and present findings at conferences. The role offers an excellent research environment and professional development opportunities.

Leistungen

Excellent training and professional development opportunities

Collaborative research environment

Access to state-of-the-art equipment

Qualifikationen

• PhD in a relevant field.
• Experience with in vivo experiments (FELASA B certificate is an advantage).

Aufgaben

• Develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data.
• Present research at meetings and conferences.
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Participate in lab organization.

Kenntnisse

Professional experience in cell mechanics research

Professional experience with confocal microscopy

Professional experience in cell culture

Strong planning and organizational skills

English language proficiency

Ausbildung

PhD in Mechanobiology or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Scope: Fulltime

Temporary: 3 years

Remuneration: TV-L 13

Start: 01.03.2026

Institute of Molecular Medicine

Postdoctoral Researcher Stem Cell Niche Biology and Mechanobiology (m/f/d)

The Grigoryan Lab (Stem Cell Niche & Aging Research Group) at the Institute of Molecular Medicine, Ulm University, invites highly motivated and qualified scientists to apply for a postdoctoral position within the ERC‑2024‑STG‑funded project 1101165141‑MANAGE HSC. This project combines stem cell and stem cell niche biology, bone marrow/niche engineering, and cell mechanics to investigate changes in the mechanical properties of the aging stem cell niche and their impact on hematopoietic stem cell function.

Required application documents

1. Doctoral certificate
2. Curriculum vitae (including list of publications)
3. Cover letter

All documents must be submitted in English.

We seek to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching and particularly encourage qualified female scientists to apply for this position.

Severely disabled applicants with equal aptitude will be given preferential consideration.

Full‑time positions are generally divisible.

Your profile

• PhD in Mechanobiology, Stem Cell and Bone Marrow Niche Biology, or a related field
• Professional experience in cell mechanics research
• Professional experience with confocal microscopy and data visualization
• Professional experience in cell culture
• Experience with in vivo experiments in mice (FELASA B certificate) is an advantage
• Strong planning and organizational skills, as well as ability to work independently
• English language proficiency (written and spoken)

Your responsibilities

• Develop your research project by planning and conducting experiments and analysing and interpreting the data obtained
• Present your research project at lab meetings and national and international conferences
• Supervise undergraduate and graduate students
• Participate in lab organization

We offer

• An excellent research environment with a great, collaborative community of experts in stem cell research, aging and regeneration within a young and vibrant international research group
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art equipment and core facilities required for the project
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities
• The university and what we offer:

Seize the opportunity and join us in shaping the future of the University!

Reference No.

25167

Application deadline

15.01.2026

Hiring is done by the Central University Administration.

Contact

Jun.-Prof. Dr. Ani Grigoryan, phone [phone]

We look forward to your application via our online application portal.