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Application deadline: January 31, 2026 Title Visiting Professorship in Biochemistry Start date 01.04.2026 Location Faculty of Natural Sciences, Staudtstraße 5, 91058 Erlangen fee W 2 working hours Full-time Weekly working hours 40 fixed term Temporary employment: until 30.09.2026 contact Rainer Böckmann Email: rainer.boeckmann@fau.de Phone: +49 9131 85-25409 Your workplace Department of Biology We have a lot to offer: Our benefits Regular step increases and rising salary according to the collective agreement for the public service of the Länder (TV-L) or remuneration according to BayBesG as well as an additional annual special payment 30 days of vacation entitlement per calendar year for a five-day work week, with additional days off on December 24th and 31st. Company pension schemes and employee savings plans Discounted food and drink options in our cafeterias Workplaces within walking distance of public transport Family-friendly environment with holiday and childcare facilities Flexible working time arrangements Diverse training and further education opportunities Active health management Your tasks Teaching in the field of biochemistry within the curriculum of the Department of Biology, particularly in courses within the Bachelor’s programs in Biology and Integrated Life Sciences, as well as in the Master’s programs in Cell and Molecular Biology and Integrated Life Sciences. Academic self-governance and independent research activities are possible, in cooperation with local research groups by arrangement. Your profile Habilitation or equivalent academic qualification in biochemistry, biology, or a related field. Experience in university teaching and student supervision. FAU as an employer With over 40,000 students and around 6,700 employees, Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (FAU) is one of Germany’s leading research universities. As a comprehensive university, it unites a broad spectrum of modern academic disciplines – from natural sciences and engineering to medicine, law, and economics, as well as the humanities and theology. As Germany’s innovation leader, it transcends boundaries, connects disciplines, and advances knowledge for society, business, and politics. FAU is not only a place of knowledge but also one of the region’s largest employers. At its campuses in Erlangen, Nuremberg, and Fürth, it brings together people from diverse disciplines and offers a wide range of career opportunities in research, teaching, technology, and administration. Find out what you can expect at FAU – and what makes it a special employer – under Working at FAU. note We kindly ask you to use our online platform and refrain from submitting applications by post or email. Applications received by post will not be returned after the application process is complete. Due to the personal data to be collected in connection with the application process, we ask you to observe our information pursuant to Articles 13 and 14 of the General Data Protection Regulation at www.fau.de. FAU sees itself as a modern, cosmopolitan, and family-friendly employer. We welcome your application regardless of your age, gender, cultural or social background, religion, beliefs, disability, or sexual orientation. If you have a severe disability or are considered equivalent to a severely disabled person, we will give you preferential consideration if your qualifications, performance, and abilities are essentially equal. You are welcome to work part-time with us if job-sharing ensures that your responsibilities are fully covered. If you wish, you may bring a representative from the Equal Opportunities Office to your interview without any disadvantage to you. Apply Now

Last date to apply: 15.02.2026 Number of Positions: 01 The Interdisciplinary Center for Neuroscience (IZN) at the Institute of Neurobiology at Heidelberg University is seeking to fill the following full-time position starting April 1, 2026: Academic Councilor (f/m/d) in a temporary civil service position (salary group A13). The employment contract is limited to three years. Responsibilities: Construction and production of recombinant AAVs and stereotactic injection of viruses into the brain and spinal cord Culturing primary neurons and iPSC-derived neurons Live imaging of calcium and mitochondrial membrane potential Expression of ion channels in HEK293 cells and co-immunoprecipitation experiments The teaching obligation is based on the LVVO (Teaching Obligation Ordinance) in its currently valid version Requirements: PhD in molecular biology, neuroscience, or cell biology Experience with mouse models of neuropathic and inflammatory pain, including surgical interventions, immunohistochemistry, single cell sequencing analysis Applications with the usual documents should be sent as one pdf document to Prof. Dr. Hilmar Bading, Institute of Neurobiology, INF 366, 69120 Heidelberg, by email ( sekretariat@nbio.uni-heidelberg.de ) by 15th February 2026 . If the civil service and budgetary requirements are met, a civil service position is planned. Otherwise, employment will be based on a private-law employment contract. Heidelberg University stands for equal opportunities and diversity. Qualified female candidates are especially invited to apply. Persons with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Information on job advertisements and the collection of personal data is available at www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/job-market .

Last date to apply: 31.01.2026 Number of Positions: 01 Your tasks and responsibilities: You are supposed to fulfil the research of the C01-project within the SFB/TRR 425 Communication and coordination of the labwork related to the project C01, which has to be integrated in our ongoing labwork of the department, as well as into the other projects of the SFB/TRR to be carried out in Munich Preparation of the obtained data and their appropriate presentation within the SFB/TRR and at conferences Your qualifications: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, biophysics, bioinformatics, or a related field Strong interest in mechanistic and translational biomedical research Hands-on experience with laboratory and analytical methods relevant to the specific project (cell-culture, microbiological and biochemical investigations, image analysis and data processing) and analytical thinking Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently on experimental tasks and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team Proficiency in English, German skills are beneficial but not required Benefits: A fully funded position according to DFG/TV-L guidelines (TV-L E13 65%) Close exchange with the researchers working in this multidisciplinary research consortium Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at the LMU (Confocal-, STED-, Atomic-Force-Microscopy, Electron Microscopy) Structured doctoral training within the Integrated Research Training Group (IRTG) and CRC DEFINE A highly collaborative, international research environment Close exchange with researchers from Munich, Marburg and Würzburg being part of this CRC Your workplace is in the city-center of Munich and easily accessible by public transport The position is limited in duration in accordance to the funding period for three years and nine months. The application for prolongation of the consortium is planned. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Submit your application by 31st Jan 2026 in a pdf-file to: daniela.kugelmann@med.uni-muenchen.de

Last date to apply: 31.01.2026 Number of Positions: 01 Your tasks and responsibilities: You are supposed to work on the central research question of project A02 within the SFB/TRR 425: Focusing on mechanisms involved in desmosome adhesion and the loss of adhesion driven disease pemphigus You will cooperate with our partners within the SFB/TRR, mainly with the department of pharmacology in Marburg but also others within the initiative You should analyze the data obtained and prepare their appropriate presentation within the SFB/TRR and at scientific conferences as well as for scientific publications Your qualifications: You have acquired a master’s degree (or equivalent) in life sciences (biology, biochemistry, biophysics, molecular medicine or related fields) You are fluent in spoken and written English; German skills are beneficial but not required Strong motivation for biomedical and cell biological research An open-minded, analytical, and self-directed working style Ability to collaborate in an interdisciplinary environment Experience in informatics/bioinformatics (image analysis, data processing) is a strong plus Benefits: Close supervision and a structured mentoring program A supportive, collaborative, and interdisciplinary research environment Close exchange with researchers from institutions involved in the SFB/TRR consortium in Munich, Würzburg, Marburg, Cologne, Lübeck, Aachen, Münster, and Giessen You will work in a modern lab provided with excellent technical equipment, e.g. Confocal-, STED-, Atomic-Force-, Electron Microscope Salary according to German Public Service Bavaria Guidelines (TV-L) Opportunities for funding of conference participation and skill-building courses (if applicable) Your workplace is located in the city centre of Munich and easily reachable by public transport Compatibility of science and family (flexible working hours, family service of the LMU etc.) Additional offers of the LMU: job-ticket in public transport, health- and sports program, discounted tickets for cultural events etc. The position is limited in duration in accordance with the funding period for three years and nine months. An application for prolongation of the consortium is planned. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Submit your application (including a cover letter, CV, degree certificates, 3 most recent transcripts of records and, if applicable, additional certificates) by 31st January 2026 in one pdf-file to:  thomas.schmitt@med.uni-muenchen.de If further information about the position or the scientific work is needed in advance, please contact Dr. rer. nat. Thomas Schmitt, Phone: +49 89 2180-72669

Last date to apply: 31.01.2026 Number of Positions: 01 Your tasks and responsibilities: You are supposed to fulfil the research of the B04-project within the SFB/TRR 425 Communication and coordination of the labwork related to the project B04, which has to be integrated in our ongoing labwork of the department as well as into the other projects of the SFB/TRR to be carried out in Munich. Prepration of the obtained data and their appropriate presentation within the SFB/TRR and at conferences Your qualifications: You have acquired a doctoral degree in medicine or in natural sciences You are well-experienced in cell-culture, microbiological and biochemical investigations Strong interest in translational biomedical research, especially in autoimmune pathogenesis High motivation to contribute to the improvement of the treatment of autoimmune diseases You are a team-player and interested in interdisciplinary work Proficiency in English, knowledge of German is an advantage Benefits: We offer a scientific challenging position in a highly motivated team Close exchange with the researchers working in this multidisciplinary research consortium You will work in a modern lab provided with excellent technical equipment, e.g. Confocal-, STED-, Atomic-Force-Microscopy, Electron Microscopy Salary according to German Public Service Guidelines (TV-L) Your workplace is located in the city-center of Munich and easily accessibly by public-transport Compatibility of science and family (flexible working hours, family service of the LMU etc.) Additional offers of the LMU: job-ticket in public transport, health- and sport-program, discounted tickets for cultural events etc. The position is limited in duration in accordance to the funding period for three years and nine months. The application for prolongation of the consortium is planned. Also possible in a part-time capacity. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Submit your application by 31st Jan 2026 in a pdf-file to:  anne.kustermann@med.uni-muenchen.de If further information about the position or the scientific work is needed in advance, please contact Prof. Dr. Jens Waschke, Tel .+49 89 2180-72610

Last date to apply: 31.01.2026 Number of Positions: 01 Your tasks and responsibilities: You are supposed to fulfil the research of the B05-project within the SFB/TRR 425 Communication and coordination of the labwork related to the project B05, which has to be integrated in our ongoing labwork of the department as well as into the other projects of the SFB/TRR Preparation of the obtained data and their appropriate presentation within the SFB/TRR and at conferences Your qualifications: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, biophysics, bioinformatics, or a related field Strong interest in mechanistic and translational biomedical research with technical focus on biophysical and imaging methods Experience with laboratory methods relevant to the specific project (wet lab, biophysical, imaging) Excellent communication skills and proficiency in English, German skills are beneficial but not required Benefits: A fully funded position according to DFG/TV-L guidelines Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at the LMU, modern in-house equipment (e.g. confocal and STED microscopy, AFM, STED-AFM, TEM) Structured doctoral training within the Graduate School and SFB DEFINE A highly collaborative, international research environment Close exchange with researchers from Marburg and Würzburg being part of this CRC The position is limited in duration in accordance to the funding period for 3 years and 9 months. The application for prolongation of the consortium is planned. We strongly encourage application of females. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Submit your application by 31st Jan 2026 in a pdf-file to: franziska.vielmuth@med.uni-muenchen.de If further information about the position or the scientific work is needed in advance, please contact: Prof. Franziska Hartig-Vielmuth, E-Mail: franziska.vielmuth@med.uni-muenchen.de, phone: +49 89 2180-72700

Last date to apply: 31.01.2026 Number of Positions: 01 In this project we will investigate the biophysical binding properties of desmosomal cadherins and the precise sequence of signaling events following a pathogenic stimulus, i.e. autoantibodies or cytokines. For this purpose, atomic force microscopy (AFM), single molecule force spectroscopy (SMFS), and stimulated emission depletion (STED) microscopy will be used in combination with biochemical approaches. The main goal is to decipher the precise spatiotemporal sequence of events following a pathologic stimulus as well as the interplay between steric hindrance and altered signaling pathways. We are looking for you: Doctoral Fellow / Candidate (PhD) (m/f/x) in Munich Your tasks and responsibilities: You are supposed to fulfil the research of the A03-project within the SFB/TRR 425 Communication and coordination of the labwork related to the project A03, which has to be integrated in our ongoing labwork of the department, as well as into the other projects of the SFB/TRR to be carried out in Munich Preparation of the obtained data and their appropriate presentation within the SFB/TRR and at conferences Your qualifications: Master’s degree (or equivalent) in biology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, biophysics, bioinformatics, or a related field Strong interest in mechanistic and translational biomedical research Hands-on experience with laboratory and analytical methods relevant to the specific project (cell-culture, microbiological and biochemical investigations, image analysis and data processing) and analytical thinking. Strong interest in biophysical techniques (AFM, STED). Experience with super-resolution imaging techniques and/or AFM is a plus Highly motivated with the ability to work both independently on experimental tasks and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team Proficiency in English, German skills are beneficial but not required Benefits: A fully funded position according to DFG/TV-L guidelines (TV-L E13 65%) Close exchange with the researchers working in this multidisciplinary research consortium Access to state-of-the-art research facilities at the LMU (Confocal-, STED-, Atomic-Force-Microscopy, Electron Microscopy) Structured doctoral training within the Integrated Research Training Group (IRTG) and CRC DEFINE A highly collaborative, international research environment Close exchange with researchers from Munich, Marburg and Würzburg being part of this CRC Your workplace is in the city-center of Munich and easily accessible by public transport The position is limited in duration in accordance to the funding period for three years and nine months. The application for prolongation of the consortium is planned. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Submit your application by 31st Jan 2026 in a pdf-file to:  m.fuchs@med.uni-muenchen.de If further information about the position or the scientific work is needed in advance, please contact: Dr. Michael Fuchs, Tel +49 89 2180-72614

Last date to apply: 01.02.2026 Number of Positions: 01 Project description The YF vaccine is the most successful live-attenuated vaccine available and provides long-lasting immune protection after a single dose, however the exact mechanisms governing its immunogenicity and efficacy remain to be fully elucidated. This PhD position is focused on investigating the spatial and temporal coordination of the early immune response to the live-attenuated yellow fever vaccine at the injection site in human skin using a multiomics approach including transcriptomics and targeted proteomics. A specific focus will be placed on cell-cell communication and antigen delivery to dendritic cells for initiating adaptive immunity as determinants of vaccine effectiveness involving primary cell culture experiments with dendritic cells. The project is integrated into the EU-funded Consortium Yellow4FLAVI “Deconstructing the protective immunity of yellow fever virus 17D to inform flavivirus vaccine design” We are looking for you: PhD position Immunology (m/f/x) in Planegg Your tasks and responsibilities: Design and perform experiments, analyze transcriptomic/multiomic data Keep up to date with project-related literature Contribute ideas to develop the research project Communicate and collaborate across disciplines and professional groups Actively participate in meetings, seminars and conferences Contribute to writing research manuscripts and reports Your qualifications: Master’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Immunology, Molecular Medicine or related natural science disciplines Scientific background in Immunology Practical experience in cellular and molecular biology and immunology techniques (flow cytometry and/or transcriptomics and/or bioimaging) desirable. Basic bioinformatics skills (R, Python) desirable; an aptitude to acquire necessary data analysis skills required Very good communication in English (spoken and written); basic knowledge of German desirable Organizational and team skills, flexibility, curiosity, responsible work ethics Passion for research with strong analytical and problem-solving skills Interest in working independently on scientific questions Benefits: An exciting project in an innovative and modern laboratory Excellent training and support in a motivated, international team Creative working conditions in a high-profile research environment Opportunity to obtain a PhD in Medical Research (structured program of the Munich Medical Research School) Participation in an international and interdisciplinary research project Free parking and good public transportation connections Numerous LMU employee benefits, e.g. discounted fitness and cultural offers, job public transport ticket, Jobbike as well as several canteens and cafés on campus Salary based on the TV-L scale (E13/65%) We welcome applications from all backgrounds. The promotion of diversity is an important strategic goal at our center. This is reflected in the BMC Code of Conduct, which actively promotes diversity and equal opportunities. Destination Germany Do you have questions about visa requirements or degree recognition? Are you looking for housing, childcare, or trying to decide on the best health insurance? The “Research in Bavaria” and LMU Gateway website provides help in these practical matters. People with disabilities who are equally as qualified as other applicants will receive preferential treatment. Contact: Application Process Please submit your complete application exclusively via our online application tool, including the following documents individually as pdf files: Cover letter describing briefly your motivation and qualification Curriculum Vitae (max. 2 pages) Short description of research projects carried out during your studies. Please describe the rationale of the research, and highlight your contributions to the results (approx. 300 words). Description of your general research interests and career goals (approx. 200 words). What do you find interesting about our research and this PhD position? (approx. 200 words). Updated Transcripts Contact details for at least two referees, including at least one direct supervisor who has worked with you for at least six months. AI Policy: AI assistance is welcome for tasks like proofreading, but you must clearly mention where it was used. Primarily AI-generated applications will be automatically discarded without feedback Applications will be considered if submitted by February 1st, 2026. Apply Now