Scientist / PostDoc in Advanced Light Microscopy

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Scientist / PostDoc in Advanced Light Microscopy

Anstellungsart : Limited Contract

Arbeitsmodell : Full Time

Ausschreibungsnummer : 2129777

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The position is based within the newly funded LOEWE network "Lipid Space" to dissect the spatial lipid organization and is attached to the research groups led by Dr. Sebastian Scheich and Prof. Dr. Andreas Weigert within the Department of Hematology / Oncology of the University Hospital Frankfurt and the Institute of Biochemistry I. Besides a technical component of running our Nikon SIM / STORM super resolution microscope and an ONI Nanoimager (optics, opto-mechanics, beam alignments), the current project is dedicated to establish super resolution microscopy technologies for lipids. The labs are embedded within the Frankfurt Cancer Institute (FCI), the Medical Faculty Frankfurt and are funded by grants from philanthropy and governmental organisations. The labs are part of a vibrant research environment within the Frankfurt research community and maintain lively international collaborations.

Your Role :

The current scientist position is embedded in the LOEWE Lipid Space consortium as one of two central method development projects

Utilize and establish super resolution microscopy for lipids in fixed and living cells and tissues

Development of appropriate stains and methods to visualize lipids in super resolution

Running and in part maintaining the instruments

Working at different project parts within the consortium

Bioinformatic analysis and quantification of microscopy data, images and other datasets

The applicant is expected to hold a PhD in Cell / Molecular Biology, Physics, Applied Physics, Biophysics, Physical Chemistry or Optical Engineering with proven experience on (advanced) light microscopy

Bioinformatic background in image analysis using R, MATLAB and / or FIJI

Strong interest in highly collaborative work across disciplines

A high level of motivation, flexibility and responsibility as well as very good communication skills in German or English are expected

Due to legal regulations, valid proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is required

In addition to an attractive salary based on a collective agreement ( TV-G-U ) with an annual special payment, you benefit from long-term security through company pension schemes

The position is limited to a term of 4 years

30 days working vacation, 40 working hours per week

Internal and external training for your professional development

Benefit from our attractive health offers. We offer regular online and face-to-face courses on nutrition, relaxation, sports and exercise

Part-time employment is possible, we offer childcare in our daycare center (if you have any questions, please contact UKF-Familienservice), child care during holidays

Free public transport in all Hessen (Free State Ticket Hessen)

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Contact : Dr. Sebastian Scheich

Phone : +49

69-6301- 6566

E-Mail : s.scheich@med.uni-frankfurt.de

Application Deadline : 05.12.2025

We welcome applications from candidates of all genders. Women are currently underrepresented in these positions at Universitätsmedizin Frankfurt. Therefore, applications from women are especially encouraged. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal personal and professional qualifications.

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