Research Associate in cell biology and neurobiology

The Neurobiology research group focuses on brain development and function. The primary model organism is Drosophila, with complementary work in computer-aided modeling and a technical focus on genetics and live-cell imaging. The main responsibilities of this advertised position include imaging Drosophila brains and the maintenance of five laser microscopes. These include three two-photon microscopes and two confocal microscopes, as well as their upkeep, operation, and the training of staff. Furthermore, work involving transcriptome and Drosophila connectome analyses is integrated into the research.
 
Responsibilities include
contributing to the research and teaching activities of the Neurobiology research group.
– Maintenance, operation, and training of staff on 5 laser microscopes (three 2-photon microscopes and 2 confocal microscopes)
– Planning, execution, and evaluation of own research projects. The focus here is primarily on the molecular and cell biological neurobiology of Drosophila.
– Development of new research approaches and methods in the field.
– Independent writing of scientific publications on the research topic.
– Presentation of own research results at scientific conferences and symposia
. – Application for third-party funding to support own research activities.
– Supervision and guidance of Bachelor’s, Master’s, and doctoral students on the respective research topic
. – Teaching obligations according to the teaching load regulations (LVVO), including the design, management, and delivery of courses in the B.Sc. Biology and M.Sc. Biology programs.
– Participation in academic self-governance.
 
Requirements:
Completed university degree (Master’s, Diploma, or equivalent) and doctorate in Biology or Biochemistry, with a focus on cell biology and neurobiology.
Proof of relevant qualifications. At least three years of full-time scientific or practical experience in a professional setting after completing university studies.
 
(Professional) Experience:
Three years of professional experience in neurobiology.
 
Desired:
– The laboratory language is English.
– The official language is German.
– Several years of experience with vertebrate cell culture and the Drosophila genetic model system.
– Several years of experience with confocal laser scanning microscopy.
– Several years of experience with digital image analysis and statistical evaluation of imaging data
. – Experience in teaching neurobiology to undergraduate students.
– Experience with statistics, as well as script-based and computer-assisted data analysis.
– Experience in supervising bachelor’s or master’s theses
– Experience in analyzing transcriptome data

Further information

Applications, including relevant documents and quoting the reference number , should be submitted electronically in PDF format (preferably as a single document) via email to Prof. Dr. Peter Robin Hiesinger: prh@zedat.fu-berlin.de or by post to:
 
Freie Universität Berlin,
Department of Biology, Chemistry, Pharmacy,
Institute of Biology,
Prof. Dr. Peter Robin Hiesinger,
Königin-Luise-Str. 1-3,
14195 Berlin (Dahlem).
 
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