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Universitätsklinikum Essen

Research Associate (Postdoc) (m/f/d) / 14028

Essen, Ruhr, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
DE
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First seen by hirly
5 Nov 2026

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the posting

  • Research Associate (Postdoc) (m/f/d)
  • (Entgeltgruppe: EG 13 TV-L)
  • Einsatzbereich: Clinic for Dermatology - Research Center One Health Ruhr
  • Stellen ID: 14028
  • Eintritt: 01.02.2027
  • Umfang: Vollzeit / 38,5 hours per week
  • Vertragsart: Befristet
  • Befristung: 31.01.2030

Ihre Aufgaben: Your Responsibilities

  • Independently plan, manage, and execute the research project, and communicate results to the scientific community
  • Design and perform cell biological, molecular biological, and MS-based proteomics experiments
  • Analyze and visualize complex experimental datasets
  • Co-supervise a PhD student focused on proteomics workflows
  • Manage allocated project resources and budget
  • Prepare manuscripts for publication

Ihr Profil: Required

  • PhD in molecular/cell biology, biochemistry, or a related discipline
  • Demonstrated expertise in lysosome research, including cell culture, western blotting, microscopy, lysosome enrichment, and co-immunoprecipitation of lysosomal membrane protein complexes
  • Solid background in cellular signaling, particularly in lysosomal signaling pathways
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including data visualization and presentation
  • Fluency in English (German language skills are a plus)
  • Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team
  • Prior experience supervising students or junior researchers

Desirable

  • Experience analyzing lysosomal biology using MS-based proteomics, including quantitative proteomics and phosphoproteomics
  • Track record of scientific publications; experience with third-party funding applications is a plus
  • Prior postdoctoral research experience

Freuen Sie sich auf: The group of Prof. Dominic Winter is providing extensive knowledge in the field of lysosomal research and mass spectrometry-based proteomics. The successful applicant will be part of our highly international and interdisciplinary research team ([www.winter-lab.org](http://www.winter-lab.org)) located at the Research Center One Health Ruhr ([www.onehealth-ruhr.de](http://www.onehealth-ruhr.de)) in Essen, Germany. The institute is well-equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation for biochemical and molecular biological experiments, including several high-end mass spectrometers.

  • What We Offer
  • Access to extensive expertise in lysosomal biology and MS-based proteomics within an internationally recognized research group
  • Membership in a highly international, interdisciplinary, and collaborative research team ([http://www.winter-lab.org)](http://www.winter-lab.org\)/)
  • A position at the Research Center One Health Ruhr ([http://www.onehealth-ruhr.de)](http://www.onehealth-ruhr.de\)/) in Essen, Germany, offering state-of-the-art infrastructure for biochemical and molecular biology research, including access to multiple high-end mass spectrometers
  • A dynamic research environment supporting professional development and career growth toward independent research leadership
  • Einen sicheren Arbeitsplatz im öffentlichen Dienst des Landes NRW
  • Faire Bezahlung nach Tarif (TV-L) inkl. Jahressonderzahlung und betrieblicher Zusatzversorgung
  • 30 Tage Urlaub im Kalenderjahr (bei einer 5-Tage-Woche)
  • Interdisziplinäres Arbeiten mit Kolleginnen und Kollegen aus anderen Fachbereichen
  • Arbeiten mit moderner Ausstattung und zertifizierten Qualitätsstandards
  • Familienfreundliche Unternehmenskultur , z. B. Betriebskindertagesstätte, Ferienprogramm für schulpflichtige Kinder, Beratung und Unterstützung durch die Abteilung für Familie & Gesundheit in allen Lebenslagen
  • Vielfältige Fort- und Weiterbildungsmöglichkeiten , bspw. in der Bildungsakademie des UK Essen
  • Gesundheitsmanagement , z. B. Betriebliches Eingliederungsmanagement, Impfungen, Förderung von Sportangeboten
  • Attraktive Zusatzleistungen , bspw. vergünstigtes Kantinenessen, Gemeinschaftsevents, Wohnheimplätze

Rahmenbedingungen: Die Eingruppierung richtet sich nach den persönlichen und tariflichen Voraussetzungen., Schwerbehinderte Bewerberinnen / Bewerber und Gleichgestellte i.S. des § 2 Abs. 3 SGB IX werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt berücksichtigt., Die ausgeschriebene Stelle ist grundsätzlich auch für Teilzeitbeschäftigte geeignet., Das UK Essen strebt eine Erhöhung des Frauenanteils in Bereichen an, in denen Frauen unterrepräsentiert sind. Sie werden zur Bewerbung aufgefordert und im Sinne des LGGs bei gleicher Qualifikation vorrangig berücksichtigt., Eine Bescheinigung gemäß §23a Infektionsschutzgesetz (IfSG) über den Impf- und Serostatus bzgl. Masern ist erforderlich.

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