Senior Scientist (m/f/d) / 13902 / Neurochirurgie und Wirbelsäulenchirurgie - Forschungslabor

Work Area: Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Neurosurgical Research Laboratory

Job ID: 13902

Start Date: 01.02.2027

• Work Scope: Full-time / 38,5 h
• Contract Type: Permanent

Your tasks:

Position overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, distinguished senior researcher to lead our research laboratory. Core research focus:

• •Cerebrovascular malformations: Investigating molecular mechanisms, blood-brain barrier (BBB) integrity and neuroinflammation
• •Brain tumors (Neuro-Oncology): identify molecular targets for therapy, tumor microenvironments, cancer stem cells, targeted drug delivery, therapeutics resistance, and immunotherapy
• •Translational innovation: Developing patient-derived models (organoids, xenografts)

Key responsibilities

• •Strategic leadership: Define the laboratory's scientific vision and align research goals with clinical neurosurgical interests
• •Lab management: Oversee daily operations, budget allocation, safety compliance, and state-of-the-art equipment maintenance
• •Mentorship & training: Supervise and mentor post-doctoral fellows, doctoral students, technicians
• •Collaborative network: establish partnerships with internal and external scientists
• •Scientific dissemination: Publish high-impact peer-reviewed papers and present breakthroughs at major national and international conferences

Your profile:

• •Diploma or Master degree and a PhD in biomedical sciences, or related fields in life science, oncology, molecular biology, or a closely related field
• •Experience and track record: Enriched research experience in neuro-oncology or vascular biology. Proven history of securing competitive research grants and publishing in top-tier peer-reviewed journals
• •Technical expertise: Advanced proficiency in cell culture, molecular cloning, imaging, gene techniques, and animal modelling
• •Skills: Exceptional leadership, budget management, and intercultural communication skills

Look forward to:

• •We offer a collaborative and supportive research environment with access to advanced core facilities, including imaging, genomics, and animal modeling resources
• •You’ll be part of a strong translational network connecting basic science with clinical neurosurgery as well as other in-house research groups, enabling meaningful research impact
• •The position includes dedicated lab space with personnel, technical support, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
• •We support professional development through mentorship and participation in national and international scientific communities
• •You’ll join a diverse committed to innovation and excellence, with a flexible, balanced work environment that values both scientific achievement and well-being
• •A secure job in the public service of the state of NRW
• •Fair payment in accordance with the collective wage agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus payment and supplementary company pension scheme
• •30 days of vacation per calendar year (for a full-time position)
• •Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments
• •Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards
• •Family-friendly corporate culture , e.g. company daycare center, vacation program for school-age children, advice and support from the Employee Service Office in all life situations
• •Wide range of training and continuing education opportunities , e.g. at the Training Academy of UK Essen
• •Health management , e.g. company integration management, vaccinations, promotion of sports activities
• •Attractive fringe benefits , e.g. reduced-price canteen meals, community events, accommodation in student residences

General cooditions:

• •The pay grade classification depends on the personal and collective legal prerequisites.
• •The University Hospital Essen is an equal opportunity employer. Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply.
• •The participation in secondary employment depends on the „Hochschulnebentätigkeitsverordnung“ of North-Rhine Westphalia.
• •Disabled applicants will be preferentially considered in case of equivalent qualification.

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