Research Associate/Predoc (m/f/d)

Your responsibilities:

• Conduct an independent doctoral research project investigating the oral-gut-liver axis in chronic liver disease
• Study how oral inflammatory diseases and changes in the oral microbiome influence the intestinal microbiota, microbial metabolites, immune responses, and liver pathology
• Plan, perform, document, and evaluate experiments using relevant cellular and experimental disease models
• Process and analyze biological samples from experimental models and human cohorts
• Apply molecular and cellular biology techniques, which may include PCR, gene-expression analyses, immunoblotting, flow cytometry, immunofluorescence, histology, and microbiological methods
• Contribute to microbiome, transcriptomic, metabolomic, and other multi-omics analyses in collaboration with experienced postdocs
• Perform statistical analyses and integrate experimental and clinical datasets
• Present research findings at internal meetings and scientific conferences
• Prepare scientific manuscripts and contribute to research reports and grant-related documentation
• Participate actively in the scientific activities of the Schneider Lab, the CRTD, and collaborative research networks
• Support the supervision of students and contribute to shared organizational responsibilities within the laboratory

Your profile:

• University degree at Master´s level, in biology, molecular medicine, biomedicine, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology, immunology, neuroscience, bioinformatics, nutritional sciences, or a related discipline
• Strong interest in microbiome research, chronic liver disease, neuroimmunology, mucosal immunology, and inter-organ communication
• Experience in molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, immunology, neuroscience or experimental disease models
• Previous experience with microbiome analyses, sequencing-based methods, bioinformatics, mouse models (FELASA certificate), or analysis of human biospecimens is advantageous but not essential
• Willingness to work with murine experimental models and human biological samples
• Basic knowledge of statistical data analysis; experience with R, Python, or comparable software is advantageous
• A high degree of motivation, scientific curiosity, reliability, and organizational ability
• Ability to work independently while contributing constructively to an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment
• Very good written and spoken English; knowledge of German is advantageous but not required
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

We offer:

The position is to be filled from November 1, 2026 on a part-time basis with 26 hours per week (65%), limited to 36 months. Compensation is based on the pay scale for the public sector (TV-L) and may be classified in pay grade E13, provided you meets the personal qualifications.

• Compensation: Based on the TV-L collective bargaining agreement in pay grade E13, plus an annual bonus, provided you meet the personal requirements
• Vacation: 30 days of paid vacation
• Professional Development: Extensive internal and external training and development opportunities to continuously strengthen your skills
• Company Culture: We value transparency, team spirit, and shared success. Celebrate with us at company gatherings or sporting events like the Rewe Team Challenge
• Mobility: A subsidy for a job ticket to make your commute eco-friendly and convenient
• Health: We promote your well-being with modern fitness and exercise programs at our health center, mental health programs, and a comprehensive workplace health management program
• Shopping benefits: Take advantage of employee discounts at our clinic pharmacy, exclusive corporate benefits, and other shopping portals
• Work-life balance: Our Family Office supports you with questions regarding daycare spots, vacation programs, and caring for family members. We also offer flexible work arrangements

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