Research Associate (Postdoctoral Researcher)

The position is offered for a period of 2 years. The starting date is as soon as possible or date. The position is fulltime with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13). 

The Section of Neuroimmunology focuses on translational neuroimmunology, with research areas including the pathogenesis of multiple sclerosis (MS), inflammatory neuropathies, and rare neuroinfectious diseases with autoimmune features. In addition, inflammatory aspects of neurodegenerative diseases are also investigated. Our goal is to unravel disease-relevant immunological mechanisms and contribute to the development of novel diagnostic and therapeutic approaches. 

We offer access to modern, fully equipped laboratory facilities and make use of core facilities providing state-of-the-art molecular and cellular biology technologies. Our work is closely linked to other research-intensive departments at the university that focus on inflammatory diseases.

Tasks:

• conducting scientific services in research and teaching
• laboratory management, including organization of workflows and coordination of day-to-day laboratory operations
• independent supervision and mentoring of students carrying out high-quality theses and dissertations
• project management in translational neuroimmunology research
• development and implementation of independent project ideas
• preparation and contribution to competitive research proposals 

This is a qualification position intended to support further academic development, including skills in project management (also for larger multi-center projects), expanded teaching experience, and lab and science management. The position offers opportunities for independent academic work in line with personal academic qualification goals. The contract is limited in accordance with § 2(1) of the German Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).

Profile:

• MSc-degree or equivalent and completed PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Neurosciences or a related life science discipline
• strong interest in neuroimmunology research
• structured, team-oriented working style with strong communication skills
• broad expertise in molecular biology, cell biology, and/or immunology
• experience in organizing laboratory workflows and coordinating laboratory operations
• good knowledge of German sufficient for independent communication with team members (spoken and written); very good English (spoken and written) 

Disposition to own scientific qualification is expected.

We offer:

• a stimulating, interdisciplinary research environment with strong clinical integration
• access to state-of-the-art technologies and excellent research infrastructure
• opportunities for personal development, including leadership in research projects and laboratory management, expanded teaching experience and supervision of academic theses
• an academic environment with outstanding cooperation opportunities at the Marburg campus, both nationally and internationally

We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in SGB IX (§ 2 Abs. 2, 3) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded.

Please apply by 17th August 2025 using the application-button below.