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About TU Darmstadt TU Darmstadt stands for excellent and relevant science. We play a key role in shaping profound global transformation processes – from the energy transition to artificial intelligence – through outstanding findings and forward-looking study programs. Our cutting-edge research is concentrated in three fields: Energy and Environment, Information and Intelligence, and Matter and Materials. As a university firmly rooted in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main metropolitan region and with a strong international focus, we are committed to European values ​​and European integration. About our area Shape the science of tomorrow – explore DNA repair with us! In Prof. Markus Löbrich’s research group, we investigate the molecular mechanisms of DNA repair and their significance for maintaining health and the development of disease. Our focus is on the analysis of DNA double-strand breaks, the most serious form of DNA damage. These can arise from natural cellular processes or external influences such as ionizing radiation and chemotherapeutic agents. Our goal is to gain a better understanding of the cellular responses to this damage – from repair mechanisms to ensuring genetic stability. Supported by funding from the German Federal Ministry of Finance (BMFTR), the German Research Foundation (DFG), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH), we utilize state-of-the-art technologies, including next-generation sequencing (NGS), high-resolution fluorescence microscopy, and innovative molecular and cell biological methods. Our research provides important insights that enable new approaches in radiation protection, aging research, and cancer therapy. You can find out more about our research group on our website . Are you interested in exploring fundamental scientific questions that have direct applications in radiation protection, aging research, and cancer therapy? Join our team and help us connect basic research with real-world medical applications. Your tasks As a member of our team, you will To investigate DNA repair mechanisms and their implications for maintaining health and/or the development of diseases, with a focus on radiation-induced DNA damage.  Design/plan, conduct, and analyze experiments using advanced molecular and cell biological techniques. Modern technologies such as next-generation sequencing (NGS) and high-resolution imaging are used for molecular and cellular analyses. Work in an interdisciplinary and internationally networked research team and contribute to projects of high scientific relevance. Contribute to the preparation of scientific reports, grant applications and publications in high-ranking scientific journals. Participating in the supervision of students at various academic levels Publish research results, present them internationally, and network in a collaborative and supportive research environment. Your profile  They have A very good academic university degree (Master’s or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, bioinformatics or a related field Solid knowledge in molecular biology, genome biology or bioinformatics, as well as a strong interest in radiation biology. Experience in cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques (required), advanced molecular techniques or microscopy (advantageous) High motivation, excellent problem-solving skills and pronounced critical thinking skills Self-initiative and independence, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team. Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely. German language skills are an advantage. We offer The Technical University of Darmstadt offers diverse and challenging tasks, independent work, current technologies, good collegial and cooperative collaboration, needs-based training opportunities and individual personnel development. We offer you the opportunity to prepare for a doctorate. The employment relationship also serves as academic training. Development and design – a comprehensive internal training program as well as opportunities for further qualification and development Vacation/Educational Leave – 30 days of vacation per year (for full-time employees) and 5 days of educational leave Sustainable and mobile – free travel entitlement in all regional transport in Hesse through the Hesse State Ticket according to the applicable fare regulations, as well as mobile working. Fit and healthy – free medical check-ups and a wide range of discounted sports activities Work-life balance – flexible working hours; company health management Old-age provision – supplementary pension scheme for public service employees (VBL) according to the applicable regulations Company bike/bike leasing Family-friendliness/Reconciliation of family/care/work – childcare services and payment of a child allowance (according to collective bargaining agreements), holiday programs General Information / Data Protection The Technical University of Darmstadt aims to increase the proportion of women on its staff and therefore particularly encourages women to apply. Applicants with a disability rating of at least 50% or those with equivalent status will be given preference if equally qualified. Remuneration is based on the collective agreement for the Technical University of Darmstadt (TV-TU Darmstadt). Part-time employment is generally possible. By submitting your application, you consent to your data being stored and processed for the purpose of the recruitment process. You can find our privacy policy on our website. Further information For inquiries regarding this position, please contact Prof. Dr. Markus Löbrich at +49 6151 16 24 620 or lobrich@bio.tu-darmstadt.de. Please apply with a cover letter, CV, scientific track record, relevant certificates and contact details of two references. Application Form

Creating knowledge. Making a difference. Shaping the future. This is what the University of Münster stands for as one of the strongest research-oriented universities in Germany and one of the largest employers in the region. Every day, over 7,000 employees devote themselves to cutting-edge research and excellent teaching. We share more than a workplace. We share the desire to make a real impact – regionally and internationally. Our day-to-day work is distinguished by diversity, openness and space to pursue one’s ideas. Become a part of our team – in academia, a technical or manual trade, or administration. The Institute for Neuro- and Behavioural Biology, Department of Behavioural Biology in the Faculty of Biology at the University of Münster, Germany, is seeking to fill the position of a Postdoctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche*r Mitarbeiter*in, (salary level E 13 TV-L)   commencing on 04 August 2026. We are offering a fixed-term full-time position for probably 16 months to substitute for the duration of a parental leave. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester. Your tasks: Collaboration in research and teaching Participation in self-administration Academic programme advising Providing students with subject-related expertise and instruction on applying scientific methods Management of animal husbandry and experiments Our expectations: A graduate degree in biology, life sciences, animal sciences or any equivalent study program (i.e. German Diplom and / or master’s degree) as well as a doctorate is required. A strong interest or expertise in behavioural biology and animal welfare is advantageous. Further training in laboratory animal science is desirable (e.g., equivalent to a FELASA course). Good organizational, writing and presentation skills, as well as the ability to work well both independently and in a team environment, are advantageous. Very good knowledge of spoken and written English is mandatory. German language skills are advantageous but are not a requirement Advantages for you: You will become part of an international research team working on a range of diverse questions in behavioural biology, enabling you to develop your own research profile. Our broad range of diverse work-time models offers great flexibility – also when working from home. As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering occupational training and continuing education opportunities tailored to your individual needs. As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (VBL), an annual end-of-year bonus and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions. Part-time options are generally available. We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate. If you have any questions, please contact Prof Helene Richter (richterh@uni-muenster.de / +49 (0)251 8321014) or apl Prof Sylvia Kaiser (kaisesy@uni-muenster.de / +49 (0)251 8324676). Are you interested? Then we look forward to receiving your application by 2026-05-31 at: University of MünsterInstitute for Neuro- and Behavioural BiologyDepartment of Behavioural BiologyProf Helene RichterBadestraße 13, 48149 Münster, Germany Applications may be written in German or English, and should include a cover letter, CV, list of publications (if any), degree certificates and the names of two referees.: You may also send us your application electronically in PFD format to ethology@uni-muenster.de

The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers a variety of excellent programs of study for around 22,000 students and confronts the important topics of our time through excellent research across a broad spectrum of sciences. The Department of Medicine, Institute for Molecular Oncology, research group of Prof. Dr. Thorsten Stiewe, invites applications for two Research Assistants in Functional Cancer Genomics (Doctoral Researchers/PhD) The positions are offered for a period of 3 years, if no former times of qualification must be considered. The starting date is August 1, 2026. The positions are part-time (65% of regular working hours) with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13, 65%).  Join a cutting-edge research project to systematically decode TP53 mutations and translate functional insights into clinically actionable knowledge for precision oncology.  The project, funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG), aims to map the functional landscape of TP53 variants using advanced genome editing and multi-layered functional profiling to improve variant interpretation and enable clinically actionable classification for precision oncology. Tasks: Design and perform CRISPR-based saturation genome editing to generate comprehensive TP53 variant libraries Conduct pooled functional screens combined with high-throughput sequencing Apply single-cell transcriptomics to resolve variant-specific phenotypes Develop and implement quantitative assays to dissect key cancer-relevant pathways Integrate multi-dimensional datasets to derive mechanistic insights and clinically relevant variant classifications Present results at international conferences and contribute to high-impact publications  The positions are limited to a time period deemed adequate for the completion of a doctoral degree. As part of the assigned duties, there will be ample opportunity to conduct the independent scientific research necessary for the completion of a doctorate. The limitation complies with Section 2 (1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG). Profile: MSc-degree (or equivalent) with excellent grades in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics or a related life science discipline Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, advanced molecular cloning techniques, and genome editing (e.g. CRISPR/Cas9) or related technologies Demonstrated experience with next-generation sequencing workflows (library preparation and/or data analysis) Solid programming skills for data analysis (e.g. Python) and experience handling large-scale datasets Evidence of scientific excellence, e.g. outstanding MSc thesis, prior research output (preprint/publication), or competitive fellowships/awards Proven proficiency in written and spoken English (minimum level B2; strong preference for C1 or higher)  Disposition to own scientific qualification (e.g. a doctorate project in the area of cancer biology) is expected.  We offer: Cutting-edge research on TP53, the most frequently mutated cancer gene Access to state-of-the-art technologies (CRISPR, single-cell sequencing, functional genomics) Interdisciplinary training at the interface of molecular biology, genomics and bioinformatics Integration into an international and highly collaborative research environment Opportunities to present work at international conferences We actively support the professional development of junior researchers by the offers of Marburg Research Academy (MARA), the International Office and the Higher Education Didactics Office. Contact for more Information Prof. Thorsten Stiewe +49 6421-28 66768   imo@uni-marburg.de We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in the Social Security Code (Section 2(2) and (3) of Book IX of the Social Security Code (SGB IX)) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded. Please apply by June 14, 2026 using the application-button below. Application Form

The University of Marburg, founded in 1527, offers a variety of excellent programs of study for around 22,000 students and confronts the important topics of our time through excellent research across a broad spectrum of sciences. The Faculty of Medicine, Center for Tumor and Immunobiology (ZTI), Institute for Tumor Immunology lead by Prof. Dr. Elke Pogge von Strandmann, is currently accepting applications for a Research Assistant (Postdoc) The position is offered for a period of 17 months, if no former times of qualification must be considered, to work on the third-party funded project “ILC2 as central orchestrators in ovarian cancer ascites: crosstalk with tumor, stromal and immune cells”. The starting date is as soon as possible. The position is fulltime with salary and benefits commensurate with a public service position in the state Hesse, Germany (TV-H E 13). The successful candidate will work on a project investigating immune-tumor-stroma interactions in ovarian cancer, with particular emphasis on group 2 innate lymphoid cells (ILC2s) and their role in shaping the tumor microenvironment. Key research areas include: Crosstalk between ILC2s and tumor/stromal cells Modulation of immune responses Identification of signaling pathways such as IL-4 / IL-13 à STAT6 , PD-1 / PD-L1 axis, TGF-β signaling The project combines primary patient-derived samples, co-culture systems, and single-cell transcriptomics. Tasks: scientific services in research Design and conduct research projects within the defined framework Perform primary cell isolation (e.g., from ascites and blood samples) Establish and optimize co-culture systems with tumor and immune cells Conduct experiments including: Flow cytometry and cell sorting Molecular biology (qPCR, Western blot) Functional assays (migration, invasion, angiogenesis) Analyze and interpret transcriptomic, proteomic datasets Contribute to publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences, as well as supervision of students The position will be filled by a temporary contract that is limited to the period which is necessary to gain further scientific expertise (such as the preparation for a subsequent qualification period). Within the entrusted tasks the opportunity for independent scientific work to obtain further personal qualification is given. The limitation of the contract complies to Section 2 (1) of the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG). Profile: MSc-degree or equivalent and a PhD in immunology, cancer biology, molecular biology, or a related field Strong background in cellular immunology or tumor biology Experience in culturing and phenotyping primary dendritic cells Hands-on experience with flow cytometry, cell culture (cell lines, primary tumor cells and immune cells) immune assays, single-cell RNA sequencing, tumor microenvironment studies and primary human samples Knowledge of bioinformatics or data analysis tools is an advantage Disposition to own scientific qualification is expected. We offer: An interesting and wide range of responsibilities A variety of creative opportunities and options for personal development A certified family-friendly employer, a pass for free use of public transportation in the State Hesse, Germany (Landesticket), and flexibility in scheduling your working hours Contact for more Information Dr. Karen Schwabe +49 6421-28 66232   karen.schwabe@uni.marburg.de We support women and strongly encourage them to apply. In areas where women are underrepresented, female applicants will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. As a certified family-friendly university, we support our employees in balancing family and career. A reduction of working time is possible. Applicants with a disability as discribed in the Social Security Code (Section 2(2) and (3) of Book IX of the Social Security Code (SGB IX)) will be preferred in case of equal qualifications. Application and interview costs can not be refunded. Please apply by 31 May 2026 using the application-button below. Application Form