Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Biology of Inflammation (f/m/d)

Postdoctoral Researcher in Structural Biology of Inflammation (f/m/d)

Department of Medical Oncology and Pneumology, iFIT Cluster of Excellence, index number 5966

Full-time: 100 %
Limited: 31.10.2026
Start of work: 01.05.2025

Your responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and lead research projects aiming to advance the mechanistic understanding of inflammation
• Establish and perform large-scale recombinant protein expression for structural analysis
• Collect and process cryo-EM datasets
• Establish and apply biochemical, biophysical and cell-based systems for structure validation
• Present results through reports and presentations at scientific meetings
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
• Write scientific publications
• Support PhD and undergraduate students’ projects

Your profile:

• PhD in molecular biology, biochemistry, life sciences or a related discipline
• Profound hands-on experience in molecular/cellular biology, large-scale recombinant protein production and protein biochemistry
• Profound experience in structural biology and cryo-EM
• Attention to details, responsibility and creativity
• Fluency in English (written and spoken)
• High levels of self-motivation and ability to work both independently and in a team
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Strong interest in structural biology and immunity

Further information:

• We are a young group working on exciting projects in a highly dynamic, relevant and rapidly developing field in a beautiful historical city in South Germany
• We are looking for like-minded individuals to conduct excellent science in a vibrant and collaborative atmosphere in one of the oldest German universities
• Application is open now!

About us

The University Hospital of Tübingen is a leading center of German university medicine, treating around 75,000 inpatients and 380,000 outpatients annually. With approximately 10,600 employees, it is the largest employer in the region, and the quality of patient care is certified with the KTQ seal of approval.

About the Structural Biology of Inflammation Group

Inflammation is the first line of defense protecting our bodies against various infections and damages. However, when dysregulated due to mutations, environmental factors, or lifestyle, inflammation can cause more harm than good. Chronic inflammation is linked to pathologies such as diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegeneration, cancer, and many other modern diseases. The Andreeva lab focuses on structural and functional aspects of inflammatory pathways underlying these pathologies. Using a combination of structural, biochemical, and cell-based approaches, we aim to comprehensively explain inflammatory pathways from the molecular to cellular level, which is crucial for clinical applications and the development of novel anti-inflammatory treatments, as well as next-generation cancer diagnostics and therapeutics, which are the main goals of the iFIT Cluster of Excellence \“Image Guided and Functionally Instructed Tumor Therapies (iFIT)\“ consortium.

Contact: Dr. Liudmila Andreeva
Index number: 5966
Please include CV and cover letter.
Application deadline: 16.04.2025

We offer remuneration in accordance with TV-L (collective wage agreement for the Public Service of the German Federal States). Severely handicapped persons with equal qualifications are given preferential consideration. Interview expenses are not covered. Please note the applicable vaccination regulations.

#J-18808-Ljbffr