Research fellow (m/f/d) in the field of Experimental Biophysics

Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Teilzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading university in Germany is seeking a Research Fellow in Experimental Biophysics to contribute to groundbreaking research on light-activated ion channels. This part-time role is ideal for candidates with a completed university degree and experience in molecular biology and electrophysiology. Responsibilities include conducting scientific research, data analysis, and working within international research teams. Proficiency in English and strong programming skills are desirable. Applications should be submitted electronically to the provided email.

Qualifikationen

• In-depth knowledge of molecular biology required.
• Experience in electrophysiology is essential.
• Ability to work in international research teams is necessary.

Aufgaben

• Conduct scientific research in Experimental Biophysics.
• Engage in projects related to light-activated ion channels.
• Participate in data analysis for research studies.

Kenntnisse

Electrophysiology

Data analysis

Programming knowledge

Teamwork in international research

English proficiency (B2)

Ausbildung

Completed scientific university degree

PhD in life sciences

Jobbeschreibung

Offer Description

Faculty of Life Sciences - Department of Biology

Research fellow (m/f/d) in the field of Experimental Biophysics with expected 2/3 part‑time employment – E 13 TV‑L HU (third‑party funding limited until 31.12.2028)

Scientific services in research in the project “Improvement of light‑activated ion channels (Channelrhodopsins) for neuronal application by using electrical single‑channel recording, MD simulation, and molecular engineering”.

Background: Channelrhodopsins are light‑gated ion channels from microalgae. They have revolutionized in the past 20 years the neurosciences because they allow if implanted into selected neurons to specifically activate these neurons with light and to understand their function within the large brain context. Recently in a close collaboration with Klaus Benndorf (Jena), it was possible to electrically monitor activity and gating of individual channelrhodopsin molecules and to „see“ and analyze the diversity of multiple open states.

Opportunities for own scientific qualification.

Requirements

• Completed scientific university degree and if applicable PhD in the life sciences with in-depth knowledge of molecular biology and experience in electrophysiology.
• Basic knowledge and practical experience in programming is an advantage.
• Mastery of standard computer programs for data analysis.
• Ability and interest to work in international research teams.
• Very good command of written and spoken English (at least B2).

Please send your application (including cover letter, curriculum vitae and relevant certificates), referencing the Job ID DR/225/25 to Humboldt‑Universität zu Berlin, Faculty of Life Sciences, Department of Biology, Experimental Biophysics, Prof. Dr. Peter Hegemann (located: Invalidenstr. 42, 10115 Berlin), Unter den Linden 6, 10099 Berlin or preferably in electronic form as a single PDF file to [e-mail].

The Humboldt‑Universität zu Berlin is seeking to increase the proportion of women in research and teaching, and specifically encourages qualified female scholars to apply. Severely disabled applicants with equivalent qualifications will be given preferential consideration. People with an immigration history are specifically encouraged to apply. Since we will not return your documents, please submit copies in the application only.

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