601-2026 Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, plan, and conduct spatial transcriptomics experiments on neural tissue samples
• Analyze and interpret complex spatial and single-cell genomic datasets
• Collaborate with neuroscientists, computational biologists, and clinicians within and outside the group
• Present findings at lab meetings, seminars, and international conferences
• Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication
• Contribute to grant writing and mentoring of graduate/undergraduate students
• Maintain rigorous documentation and adhere to good research and data management practices

### Your Profile:

Essential Qualifications:

• A PhD (completed or close to completion) in Neuroscience, Molecular/Cell Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field
• Demonstrated research productivity (peer-reviewed publications and/or preprints)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

For the experimental-focus position, in addition:

• Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., histology, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, RNA-seq library prep)
• Experience with spatial transcriptomics platforms (e.g., Visium, MERFISH, Xenium, seqFISH) is highly desirable
• Experience with rodent or human brain tissue handling is a plus

For the computational-focus position, in addition:

• Strong programming skills (Python and/or R)
• Experience analyzing single-cell/single-nucleus RNA-seq or spatial transcriptomics data
• Familiarity with relevant packages/tools (e.g., Scanpy, Seurat, Squidpy, STUtility) and statistical/machine learning methods
• Experience with high-performance/cluster computing is a plus

### We offer:

• Access to cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics and imaging technology
• A collaborative, interdisciplinary, and supportive research environment
• Funding and support to attend international conferences
• Opportunities for career development, mentoring, and grant-writing training
• Work and family in harmony: Through [Klinikzwerge](https://kita.med.ovgu.de/), childcare may be available, subject to availability
• Help protect the environment and enjoy discounted public transportation through a job ticket
• In addition, we offer a diverse range of sports and relaxation activities as part of our workplace health promotion program
• Onboarding: At the start of your employment, you will participate in our orientation program, where you will receive important information and training sessions

### Terms and Conditions:

• **Salary: **The salary group E 13 according to “Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder” awaits you
• **Appointment: **The position is to be filled as a full-time position, with a workload of 2,5 years, starting on 2
• **Work Location: Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg**
• **Application Deadline: **2

For further questions, please contact Mrs. Dr. Julia Rödiger at

### Your application:

Please submit the following as a single PDF:

1. A cover letter describing your research interests, relevant experience, and motivation for applying (max 1–2 pages)

2. A full CV, including a list of publications

3. Contact details for **two–three references**

### [online application

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### by E-Mail:

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### by Post:

• *Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg**
• *Faculty of Medicine**

Personnel Division - Recruiting

Reference number: 601-2026

Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg

• If you have an **international vocational or academic qualification**, your application must be accompanied by a certificate [evaluation](https://www.med.ovgu.de/Forschung/Klinische+Studien/Patient+and+Public+Involvement/PPI_Glossar/Evaluation.html) from the [Central Office for Foreign Education (KMK)](https://www.kmk.org/zab/zentralstelle-fuer-auslaendisches-bildungswesen/allgemeines-zur-anerkennung.html). If you do not yet have a certificate [evaluation](https://www.med.ovgu.de/Forschung/Klinische+Studien/Patient+and+Public+Involvement/PPI_Glossar/Evaluation.html), you will need to apply for one if your application is successful.*
• The Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It therefore encourages women with according qualifications to apply. Applications from persons with a certified serious disability will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification*

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Posted Nov 01, 2026

Posted Nov 01, 2026