Biologist, Biotechnologist - Radiobiology, Gene Expression (m/f/d)
Institut für Radiobiologie
Location
Friedberg | Germany
Job description
Research assistant position (m/f/d) in the context of a third-party-funded project for radiation induced gene expression measurements in saliva and blood
Institution
The Bundeswehr guarantees the security, sovereignty, and foreign policy capability of the Federal Republic of Germany. In addition, it protects citizens, supports allies, and provides administrative assistance in the event of natural disasters and severe accidents at home. In doing so, it is subject to the decisions of the Bundestag, the German Basic Law, and international law.
Department
The Bundeswehr Institute of Radiobiology in Munich is a departmental research institute of the German Federal Government. It conducts defense medical research and development in the field of medical management against radioactive substances as well as ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
Employment location
Ernst-von-Bergmann Kaserne, Neuherbergstraße 11, 80937 München (Munich)
Aufgaben:
- For CBRN scenarios, an international consortium is developing a complete package that realizes the emergency care and transport of patients. In this context, the Institute of Radiobiology is looking for a research assistant to develop a diagnostic module based on gene expression analysis using saliva samples for acute radiation sickness.
- The position is third-party funded and available immediately.
Qualifikationsprofil:
- Successfully completed master’s degree or university diploma program in the field of (radiation) biology, bioengineering, -technology, -chemistry or something comparable. PhD desirable.
- Foreign language skills in English with a proficiency level of at least C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages or equivalent.
- Able to work both independently and in an international team.
- Familiar with molecular biological processes, gene expression measurements and data analysis (RNA isolation, qRT-PCR, next generation sequencing desirable).
- Experience with working on gene expression in blood and saliva.
- Knowledge or interest in the development of novel workflows (e.g. lab-on-a-chip systems).
- Agreement to participate in a health suitability assessment.
- Initiation of the mandatory security clearance level Ü2.
Benefits:
- Exiting and meaningful project in the field of emergency management and radiation protection.
- Fixed-term employment contract, according to the so-called “Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz” (academic contract law).
- Attractive salary (E13, 100%), measured according to the collective agreement of the public service (TVöD).
- Bundeswehr promotes the compatibility of family, health care, and career, for example, via remote work or part-time employment. The occupation can be part-time.
- A wide range of sports activities on the campus area.
- Work in a dedicated and experienced team with modern laboratory equipment.
Remarks:
- The employment is initially limited until December 31, 2026.
- The classification is made in accordance with §12 of the TVöD with regard to the actual activities to be performed on a more than temporary basis and fulfillment of the personal and collective agreement requirements.
- The Bundeswehr promotes professional equality between women and men and, therefore, particularly welcomes applications from women.
- By the Social Code IX and the Disability Equality Act, we expressly welcome applications from severely disabled persons; individual consideration is given with regard to the fulfillment of the tender requirements.
- The Bundeswehr supports the goals of the National Integration Plan and welcomes applications from people with a migration background.
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