Helmholtz-Zentrum für Umweltforschung GmbH - UFZ
Location
Weißenfels | Germany
Job description
The Helmholtz Centre for Environmental Research (UFZ) with its 1,100 employees has gained an excellent reputation as an international competence centre for environmental sciences. We are part of the largest scientific organisation in Germany, the Helmholtz Association. Our mission: Our research seeks to find a balance between social development and the long-term protection of our natural resources. Postdoc (f/m/x)
The Department of Molecular Toxicology seeks a creative and enthusiastic postdoctoral fellow. The position is placed within the Toxicoproteomics group, led by Emmy-Noether-Group leader Kristin Schubert. In this position, the fellow will investigate molecular mechanisms linking chemical exposure to inflammation and adipose tissue dysfunction. The research fellow will use quantitative proteomics approaches to define molecular changes induced in human immune cells and adipocytes by exposure to environmental chemicals of concern at the bulk and single-cell levels. In addition, a strong focus on the role of posttranslational protein modifications is expected, including functional validations using complementary methods. The position requires a solid background in molecular wet-lab techniques and reliable handling of R. The start of the project will preferably be the 1 st of June 2024.
Place of work:
Leipzig
Working time:
100 %
Contract limitations:
limited contract/2 years
Salary:
Remuneration according to the TVöD public sector up to pay grade 13 including attractive public-sector social security benefits.
Application deadline:
24.03.2024
Previous experience in one or more of the following is desired:
The UFZ has a strong commitment to diversity and actively supports equal opportunities for all employees regardless of their origin, religion, ideology, disability, age or romantic identity.
We look forward to applications from people who are open-minded and enjoy working in diverse teams.
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