The Institute of Anatomy Dresden, Germany (Director Prof. Mirko HH Schmidt) focuses on the human body in research and education. In particular, we study the brain and apply advanced neuroscientific techniques to understand the central nerve system and its diseases in order to contribute to the cure of patients.

Currently, we are recruiting

Postdoctoral research fellows (f/m/x)

of different experience levels in full time positions. As part of the state-of-the-art life science research environment at the Institute of Anatomy you will pursue research projects within our focus programs i) brain tumor formation and treatment, ii) cellular neurobiology with a focus on neural stem cells or iii) neurovascular junctions in the central nerve system. You are supposed to work in an independent fashion and under the supervision of the director in order to advance your career. Collaboration with your peers is expected. You will have access to our technical platforms and the possibility to establish your own research profile. This job offers you a promising future perspective with flexible working hours to guarantee work-life-balance.

Your Profile:

• Successful studies of one of the life sciences
• Required research knowledge in cell biology, neuroscience, cancer research or vascular biology
• Proven publication record in your area of expertise
• Experience in the acquisition of extramural funds
• Good knowledge in English language
• Social competence, willingness to work in a team, independence, flexibility
• Computer skills

We offer:

• Research in the highly volatile environment of the excellence university Dresden, Germany
• A long term career perspective upon passing an adequate qualification period
• Salary according to your experience
• Individual education and training to advance your career
• Implementation of your own ideas in an innovative team
• Child care through partnerships with nearby children’s institutions
• Benefit from prevention offers and fitness courses in our health center Carus Vital
• A job ticket for public transport in Dresden and the surrounding area

Please email us your application documents (incl. cover letter, CV, contact data of 2 referees and graduation documents) as one single pdf to mhhs@mailbox.tu-dresden.de. We are excited to meet you!

Salary: According to TV-L conditions
Open from: 2024-04-01
Type of employment: Full Time