Staff Scientist as Parental Leave Replacement

Your Tasks

We are looking for a research scientist to cover a period of parental leave and join our interdisciplinary team. The position combines user support and training with hands-on experimental work and technology development, offering the opportunity to work at the forefront of rapidly evolving single-cell and spatial omics technologies with the following tasks:

• Planning and designing spatially resolved transcriptome and proteomics projects with our users
• Training of new users for spatial and single-cell omics assays
• Optimization and integration of new methods in the lab with a focus on multimodal approaches
• Organizing and driving early access programmes
• Scheduling and maintenance of service infrastructure for image-based spatial transcriptomics

Your Profile

• University degree in life science (MSc), additional PhD preferred
• Experience and very good knowledge of NGS techniques, library preparation, tissue handling, and imaging (skills in data analysis are a plus)
• Previous work in the single-cell field is certainly an advantage
• Very good knowledge of English and German
• Self-motivation and innovative thinking will be required for the successful implementation of your work. This also includes excellent communication and organizational skills.

Please provide both a CV and a cover letter.

We Offer

• Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and oppor­tunities for inter­national networking at the highest level
• 30 days of vacation per year
• Flexible working hours
• Remuneration according to TV-L incl. occupational pension plan and capital-forming payments
• Possibility of part-time work
• Family-friendly working environ­ment
• Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
• Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development to further develop your talents
• Our Corporate Health Manage­ment Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being

Contact

Dr. Jan-Philipp Mallm

Phone:

The position is initially limited until 31.12.2027. An extension is possible.

Application Deadline: October 22, 2026

Applications by e-mail cannot be accepted.

Please also note that we cannot return applications submitted by post.

Are you interested?

Then become part of the DKFZ and join us in contributing to a life without cancer!

We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives on the diversity of its employees. Therefore, we welcome applications from talented people, regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical ability, religion and age. People with severe disabilities are given preference if they have the same aptitude.

Notice: We are subject to the regulations of the Infection Protection Act (IfSG). Therefore, all our employees must provide proof of immunity against measles.

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum | Im Neuenheimer Feld 280 | 69120 Heidelberg | www.dkfz.de

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