Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) / 13700 / Klinik für Urologie - Forschungslabor AG Grünwald (Scientific Staff)

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) (Pay group: EG 13 TV-L) Area of application: Klinik für Urologie - Forschungslabor AG Grünwald Job ID: 13700 Start date: 01.09.2026 Extent: Full-time / 38.5 h Contract type: Fixed-term Duration: 31.08.2029

Your tasks: You will lead research activities at the interface of tumor immunology and translational systems oncology, aimed at a mechanistic understanding of spatial immune-instructive programs in pancreatic cancer.

• Perform and coordinate spatial and single-cell multi-omics analyses of human tissue samples
• Integrate transcriptomic, proteomic, and imaging-based datasets to identify functional cell states and regulatory networks
• Develop and apply patient-derived organoid, co-culture, and fragment culture models
• Collaborate closely with computational and clinical collaboration partners
• Supervise research students and contribute to project coordination
• Prepare manuscripts and present results at international conferences
• Contribute to translational development of treatment strategies

Your profile: We seek an independent and motivated scientist with strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Required:

• PhD in medical biology, molecular biology or a related field
• Strong background in tumor biology
• Experience with cell culture and complex model systems (organoids, primary cultures, patient-derived tissue fragments)
• Experience with or strong interest in spatial, single-cell, or multi-omics technologies
• Interest in interdisciplinary translational research
• Independent problem-solving skills and scientific creativity
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Very good English (written and spoken)

Desirable:

• Experience in tumor microenvironment research
• Knowledge of computational biology or image analysis
• Experience supervising students

What to look forward to:

• Access to cutting-edge spatial and single-cell technologies
• Unique clinical cohorts and patient-derived model systems
• An international collaborative team environment
• Strong support for career development and independence
• A secure job in the public service of the state of NRW
• Fair payment in accordance with the collective wage agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus payment and supplementary company pension scheme
• 30 days of vacation per calendar year (for a full-time position)
• Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments
• Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards
• Family-friendly corporate culture, e.g. company daycare center, vacation program for school-age children, advice and support from the Employee Service Office in all life situations
• Wide range of training and continuing education opportunities, e.g. at the Training Academy of UK Essen
• Health Management, e.g. company integration management, vaccinations, promotion of sports activities
• Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. reduced-price canteen meals, community events, accommodation in student residences

Framework conditions: The classification is based on personal and collective agreement requirements., Severely disabled applicants and those of equivalent status within the meaning of § 2 Para. 3 SGB IX will be given preferential consideration if they are equally qualified., The advertised position is also suitable for part-time employees in principle., In the case of a written application, please submit your documents only as uncertified copies and do not use folders, as they will not be returned. Destruction in accordance with data protection regulations is guaranteed., UK Essen aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where women are underrepresented. You are encouraged to apply and, in accordance with the LGG, will be given priority if you have the same qualifications., A certificate according to §23a Infektionsschutzgesetz (IfSG) regarding vaccination and serostatus for measles is required.