Postdoc (gn) Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Postdoc (gn*) Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Limited to 3 years | Full-time with 38,5 hours/week | Salary according to TV-L, salary group 13 | Pediatric Hematology and Oncology | Kerl group | Job ID: 11334

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 Kerl Lab at the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic with a focus on cancer immunology. Our group describes the cellular heterogeneity in pediatric tumors and its impact on therapy response. In this project we focus on identifying mechanisms of cellular communication between immune and tumor cells in pediatric cancer. In order to do this, we use advanced single cell-based technologies, including single cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics and multiplex immunohistochemistry - ideally with you on board!

Your Tasks

Working with single cell-based technologies and in vitro models
Independent planning, execution, documentation, analysis and interpretation of experiments
Presentation of results in both written and oral form, delivery of reports
Support and supervision of projects from PhD students
Acquisition of project funding/securing grants

What we expect:

Doctorate / PhD in life sciences, human medicine or related fields
Successful postdoctoral experience in the area immunology or cancer immunology including excellent publication record
Experience with transcriptomics and immunohistochemistry
A background in cell culture of diverse cell lines, 3D cultures and primary immune cells
A keen interest in experimental work and mentoring students
Oral and written communication skills (German, English), organizational skills and motivation to work in an interdisciplinary team

What we offer:

A motivated and communicative research environment within a successful translational working group
A thorough introduction in the skills needed accompanied by supervision and guidance to develop oneself within a fascinating research field
Modern infrastructure and a state-of-the-art laboratory with committed colleagues to manage project-related challenges
Support of new research ideas beyond the existing research program
Encouragement of further qualifications such as habilitation and the corresponding application for own grants

For inquiries, please contact: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Kornelius Kerl or Maike Echtermeyer, T 58078
Apply now via our career portal until 01.12.2025 including:

Cover letter describing your research experience
CV including a list of relevant publications
Copy of the official academic transcript of your degree
Names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers for 2 academic references

BENEFITS

Exciting Projects

Professional Development and Training

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Part of Research Innovation

Additional Benefits

Exciting Projects
Professional Development and Training
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Part of Research Innovation
Additional Benefits

(*gn=gender neutral)
The University Hospital of Münster is one of the leading hospitals in Germany. Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone. The individual commitment counts above all. We need your commitment so that even with little things we can achieve great things for our patients. There are many possibilities open for you so that you may develop with them.
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Equal opportunities are a part of our Human Resources Policy. UKM supports the compatibility of work and family life and is certified as "Family-friendly Company" since 2010. Applications of women are specifically invited. In the case of similar qualifications, competence, and specific achievements, women will be considered on preferential terms within the framework of the legal possibilities. Handicapped candidates with equivalent qualifications will be given preference. Due to legal requirements working with us is only permitted with complete vaccination against measles.

Universitätsklinikum Münster
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48149 Münster
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