Research assistant (Postdoc) in Cell Biology / Biochemistry (m/f/d)

The University of Hohenheim is an innovative and research-intensive university in the south of Stuttgart with students from around 100 nations. Generously equipped research facilities, a baroque castle and extensive parks characterise the campus. Modern teaching and cutting-edge research are combined in innovative subjects in the natural sciences, agricultural sciences and economics and social sciences.

The Institute of Biology, Department of Biochemistry at the University of Hohenheim is looking for a person to start on August 1st, 2025

RESEARCH ASSISTANT (POSTDOC)

IN CELL BIOLOGY / BIOCHEMISTRY (M/F/D)

(TV-L E13, 100%)

The Department of Biochemistry investigates the molecular mechanisms of signal transduction and cellular transport of membrane proteins. We use photoreceptors in the compound eye of the fruit fly Drosophila as a model system for our research. In addition to the components of signal reception and signal transmission, we are interested in TRP ion channels that generate the receptor potential.

Your tasks will include working on a research project on the cellular transport of photoreceptor proteins. In the medium term, you should develop an independent research profile. In teaching, you will participate in modules offered by our department in the bachelor's degree courses in biology and agricultural biology, in the master's degree course in biology and food biotechnology, and in doctoral programs. The scope of teaching is 4 hours per week.

We expect:

• Completed studies and doctorate or comparable achievement in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology or a related subject in the field of life sciences;
• Experience in immunocytochemistry and Drosophila genetics;
• Experience with biochemical methods (e.g. western blot, chromatography, immunoprecipitation);
• Experience in using biological databases (e.g. NCBI, EMBL, Flybase);
• Experience with molecular biological methods (e.g. PCR, gene cloning)
• Experience in electrophysiology is an advantage;
• Enthusiasm for research and high self-motivation;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (German and English).

The position is available for 3 years and is subject to the “Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz-. Payment is based on qualifications according to the tariff law of the state of Baden-Württemberg at level E13.

Please send applications with the usual documents (curriculum vitae, high school diplomas, graduation certificates, doctoral certificate, work and training certificates if applicable) and two references electronically to biochemie[AT]uni-hohenheim.de until June 30th, 2025. Please submit cover letter and attachments as one coherent PDF document. Other file formats cannot be considered. Applications sent by post will not be returned once the process has been completed. With equal qualifications, preference will be given to candidates with disabilities. In principle, full-time positions can be divided as long as there are no compelling official requirements to the contrary.

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