Postdoc / Researcher (gn*)

Postdoc / Researcher (gn*)

Fixed-term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2028 | Full-time with 38.5 hours per week | Salary according to TV-L | Core Unit for Stem Cell Technology | Job ID: 11611

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, willingness to work in a team, and an independent working style
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 Yearʼs Eve
A wide range of training and professional development opportunities

Apply now via our career portal until January 14, 2026.

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.

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