Postdoc / Researcher (gn*) Core Unit for Stem Cell Technology
Fixed-term until December 31, 2028 | Full-time with 38.5 hours per week | Salary according to TV-L | Core Unit for Stem Cell Technology
We are UKM. We have a clear social mission and, with our focus on healthcare, research, and teaching, we bear a unique responsibility.
To meet our high standards every day, we are looking forward to your scientific expertise in the Core Unit for Stem Cell Technology under the direction of Prof. Michael Ziller, Dr. Yotam Menuchin-Lasowski and Prof. Tanja Kuhlmann at the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Münster. The advertised position includes both methodological and organizational tasks related to setting up the Core Unit and independent scientific work, in particular in the area of establishing new human stem cell and organoid models – ideally with you on board!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Contributing to the structural and methodological establishment of the Core Unit for Stem Cell Technology
- Generation, characterization and further development of human iPSC-based organoid and cell culture models
- Planning, execution and analysis of experimental work (e.g. differentiation protocols, molecular biology analyses, imaging)
- Scientific conception and further development of projects in the field of novel organoid models
- Coordination and support of users of the Core Unit (consulting, method transfer, quality standards)
- Participation in the establishment of SOPs and quality management
- Publication activities and presentation of results
REQUIREMENTS:
- Completed doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in the life sciences (e.g. Biology, Human Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or related discipline)
- Sound experience in stem cell culture (iPSCs) and/or organoid technologies
- Routine in cell biological and molecular biological methods (e.g. qPCR, immunostaining, imaging, RNA analyses)
- Interest in the methodological advancement of innovative 3D models
- Commitment, ability to work in a team, and a high degree of independence
- Experience in establishing or organizing scientific laboratory units is an advantage, but not a prerequisite
WE OFFER:
- Support for further scientific qualification as well as the development of your own project ideas
- Opportunity to actively shape a new Core Unit at the interface of stem cell technology, basic research and translational research
- Interdisciplinary environment in cutting-edge research at the University Hospital Münster and access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities
- Salary according to tariff agreement, extra annual payment, and company pension plan (VBL)
- Flexible working time models, 30 days of vacation per year, plus two additional days off on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
- A wide range of training and professional development opportunities
Apply now via our career portal by June 23, 2026.
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Equal Opportunities:
Equal opportunities are an integral part of our HR policy. UKM supports the compatibility of career and family life and has been certified as a family-conscious employer since 2010. In principle, part-time employment is possible. In areas where women are underrepresented, they will be given preferential consideration in accordance with statutory provisions, provided they have equal qualifications, aptitude, and professional performance. Applicants with severe disabilities will also be given preferential consideration under the same conditions and within the framework of legal regulations.
Further Information:
- Due to the legal requirements of the German Measles Protection Act, employment with us is only possible with full vaccination protection against measles.
- We reserve the right to close the selection process as soon as a suitable candidate has been found.
- Applications submitted by email or post cannot be considered.
- Salary according to TV-L. Classification is based on the assigned responsibilities and qualifications. Placement within the pay scale levels is determined according to relevant professional experience.
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