Research Associate (f/m/d) fixed-term

Bernstein Center Freiburg; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research center in Germany is seeking a Research Associate to join their Neurobiology and Neurotechnology group. The position involves planning and conducting research, teaching students, and supervising theses. Applicants should hold a PhD in neuroscience or a related field and demonstrate scientific excellence. This fixed-term role offers the possibility of extension and requires excellent English skills. The application deadline is 31 Jan 2026.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified PhD in neuroscience or any other relevant field.
• Publications in recognized international journals are required.
• Enthusiasm for scientific work and teaching.

Aufgaben

• Plan, conduct, and organize research within thematic areas.
• Teach in neuroscience and biology programs.
• Supervise B.Sc. and M.Sc. theses.
• Participate in group administration and governance.
• Write grant proposals and acquire third-party funding.

Kenntnisse

Scientific excellence

Teamwork skills

Enthusiasm for scientific work

Excellent written and spoken English skills

Ausbildung

PhD in neuroscience or relevant field

Jobbeschreibung

Organisation/Company Bernstein Center Freiburg Department Neurobiology & Neurotechnology Research Field Neurosciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Country Germany Application Deadline 31 Jan 2026 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Neurobiology and Neurotechnology group at the Faculty of Biology, University of Freiburg is seeking to fill the following position: Research Associate (f/m/d) fixed-term; (Akademische/r Rätin/Rat auf Zeit).

The Neurobiology and Neurotechnology group investigates the foundations of motor and cognitive processes and advances novel approaches with translational potential for neurotechnological applications. We are seeking a dedicated and excellent scientist with a passion for both research and teaching to strengthen our interdisciplinary team.
The position is initially limited to three years, with the possibility of an extension for another three years. Employment and compensation will be in accordance with A13. Employment is subject to the fulfillment of civil service requirements.

Responsibilities

• Planning, conducting, and organizing your research within the group’s thematic areas. Habilitation is possible as part of the position.
• Teaching (4 SWS, semester hours per week) in neuroscience and biology (B.Sc./M.Sc. Biology, M.Sc. Neuroscience)
• Supervision of theses (B.Sc., M.Sc.)
• Participation in administrative tasks of the group and academic self-governance
• Writing grant proposals and acquiring third-party funding

Application

• Please submit your application documents in a single PDF file containing the following:
• Letter of motivation (max. 1 page)
• List of publications
• Brief description of your research interests (max. 1 page)
• List of previous teaching activities and (co-)supervised theses
• 2 letters of recommendation. Please ensure that these are sent directly to Carsten Mehring.
• Relevant diplomas and certificates

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail] Website https://uni-freiburg.de/stellenangebot/00004627/

Profile

• Enthusiasm for scientific work and teaching
• Qualified PhD in neuroscience or any other relevant field
• Scientific excellence demonstrated by publications in recognized international journals
• Initiative, teamwork skills, and scientific integrity
• Excellent written and spoken English skills