Fixed-term
Postdoctoral Researcher position in “Membrane-associated Protein Assemblies, Machineries, and Supercomplexes”
In our collaborative research center, 19 project leaders and around 100 employees work on the mechanistic elucidation of protein complexes and machinery at cell membranes, thus making pioneering contributions to biomedicine and the treatment of diseases. The Integrated Research Training Group, as part of the CRC 1507, is dedicated to scientifically educating PhD students and to accompany them on their way to a successful PhD thesis. The tasks of the IRTG coordinator include the management and creative development of this structured graduate training program. Furthermore, the coordinator supports the executive manager of the IRTG, organizes retreats and workshops for doctoral students, plans industry excursions, and maintains the alumni network of the CRC 1507. Your responsibilities Further development and implementation of the innovative graduate school program Evaluation and assessment of the scientific training Planning and coordination of events such as workshops, career talks and annual retreats Management of IRTG funds for scholarships and travel expenses Your profile You hold a scientific master’s degree in the field of biochemistry, chemistry or a related natural science discipline, ideally a completed PhD in one of these fields. You are willing to develop professionally in the field of science management. You have very good communication skills in German and English. You are a strong writer and persuasive presenter, and you have good organizational skills. You are a team player, and it is important to you to build and maintain a professional network. We offer A challenging and varied job supporting international research An attractive workplace in an international environment on Science Campus Riedberg Long-term perspectives at Goethe University (extension of possible employment after 4 years) Excellent training opportunities as well as attractive social benefits (free job ticket, company pension scheme, etc.) The possibility to use the university sports facilities Flexible working hours, balancing family and work, home office is possible Are you interested in supporting our research center as scientific coordinator? Then please send your application with the usual documents, summarized in one PDF file, via e-mail until June 16, 2026 to: Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Prof. Dr. Inga Hänelt, Institute of Biochemistry, Max-von-Laue-Str. 9, 60438 Frankfurt/Main, e-mail: application.crc1507@uni-frankfurt.de . We are looking forward to receiving your application!
Scientific Coordinator in “Membrane-associated Protein Assemblies, Machineries, and Supercomplexes”
The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of four years. Salary classification will be based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement applicable to Goethe University (TV-GU). In our Collaborative Research Center (CRC) 1507, 19 project leaders and approximately 100 staff members are working to mechanistically elucidate protein complexes and machinery at cell membranes, thereby making groundbreaking contributions to biomedicine and the treatment of diseases. The Research Training Group (IRTG), integrated within CRC 1507, is dedicated to the scientific training of doctoral candidates and supports them on their path to a successful doctorate. The IRTG coordinator’s responsibilities include managing and creatively developing this structured graduate training program. In addition, the coordinator supports the IRTG chair, organizes retreats and workshops for doctoral candidates, plans field trips to industry, and maintains the CRC 1507 alumni network. Your tasks Further development and implementation of the innovative graduate school program Development and evaluation of scientific training Planning and coordination of events such as workshops, career talks and annual retreats Management of IRTG funds for scholarships and travel expenses Your profile Completed university degree in biochemistry or a related scientific discipline, ideally a completed doctorate in one of the areas You want to further develop your skills in the field of science management. They possess excellent German and English language skills and a high level of communication ability. Your strengths include organizational talent, structured writing, and convincing presentation skills. They are a team player and value building and maintaining a professional network. We offer a challenging and varied role supporting cutting-edge international research an attractive workplace in an international environment on the Science Campus Riedberg Long-term career prospects at Goethe University (extension of employment after 4 years possible) excellent further training opportunities and attractive social benefits (free Hesse ticket, company pension scheme, etc.) the opportunity to use the university sports facilities Flexible working hours, good work-life balance, home office is possible Are you interested in supporting our research in this responsible position as scientific coordinator? If so, please send your application with the usual documents, compiled into a single PDF document, by email to: Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, Prof. Dr. Inga Hänelt, Institute of Biochemistry, Max-von-Laue-Str. 9, 60438 Frankfurt am Main, Email: application.crc1507@uni-frankfurt.de by June 16, 2026 . We look forward to receiving your application!