Website University of Oldenburg
Last date to apply: 31.01.2026
Number of Positions: 01
Your tasks
As Head of the Immunology Laboratory, you will conceptualize the immunological, cell, and molecular biological research projects of the working group. Within this interdisciplinary research unit, which is involved in various collaborative projects, you will be responsible for establishing new research directions, performing administrative tasks, and coordinating the entire working group. You will significantly advance the expansion of the innovative methodological spectrum (including the development of organoids and artificial organs, (single-cell) RNA sequencing, and immunophenotyping using spectral cytometry). You will acquire internal and external funding for future innovative research projects. You will present your research findings at national and international conferences and publish them in recognized scientific journals. In addition to your scientific duties, you will participate in teaching immunology.
Your profile
Hiring requirements:
- Completed university degree (Diploma (Uni) / Master) in Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biochemistry or a comparable field in the Life Sciences and a relevant doctorate
- Good German skills, both spoken and written.
- Good English skills
- Knowledge of immunobiological, cell and molecular biological methods
- Experience with primary cell cultures, flow cytometry, imaging, and the establishment of organoids.
- Experience in the evaluation and presentation of scientific results
- Experience in writing manuscripts for the publication of scientific data
The following are advantageous:
- Experience in handling laboratory animals and in the evaluation and analysis of flow cytometric or NGS data
- practical experience in raising third-party funds
- Experience in teaching
We offer
You will work in the diverse environment of Oldenburg University Hospital, which focuses on medical research and teaching in addition to patient care. You will have the opportunity to establish your own research area or working group and to obtain your habilitation. Extensive professional development opportunities, including numerous options for supporting young researchers, can be found here . We offer a secure job with attractive compensation, company pension plan, family-friendly working hours, and a comprehensive health management program. This varied and challenging role, with its long-term prospects, will be performed in an environment offering a high quality of life and attractive leisure activities.
Our claim
The Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg aims to increase the proportion of women in academia. Therefore, women are strongly encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 21 Paragraph 3 of the Lower Saxony Higher Education Act (NHG), female applicants will be given preference if equally qualified. Applicants with disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.
Further information
The Immunology Department is headed by Prof. Dr. Karin Loser.
You can find out more about our working group and current research projects here .
Contact
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Karin Loser at bewerbung.immunologie@uol.de or 0441 798 – 3538.
Apply now
Please send your application by email to [email address] by January 31, 2026.
We look forward to receiving your application (including a statement of your motivation, CV, certificates) as a single PDF document, quoting reference number I-08-2025, to Carl von Ossietzky University of Oldenburg, Department of Human Medicine, Immunology, 26111 Oldenburg.
Please note that application and interview expenses cannot be reimbursed. Interviews will take place in February 2026.