Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d)

At the UKE, we are convinced that successful and fulfilling work should be harmonised with the personal needs and individual life plans of all employees. Together we can make this possible.

Every day a little more. Every day a little better.

What to expect

We are the UKE – the University Medical Centre Hamburg-Eppendorf [Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf]. A pulsating centre of health in the heart of Hamburg. When you are surrounded by that much energy and when progress sets the pace, no two days are the same. More than 14,100 employees with very different responsibilities are united by the same goal: ensuring health and well-being.

The UKE offers the opportunity to perform cutting-edge research within an excellent research environment. The junior research group of Dr. Johann von Felden focusses on translational research projects in the field of oncology, with the main objective to derive molecular biomarkers for implementing personalized cancer care for patients with liver cancer. We aim at deciphering mechanisms of hepatocarcinogenesis and identifying biomarkers to predict the response to therapies or improve early cancer detection. We utilize state-of-the-art technologies and modern analytical pipelines, incl. gene editing, murine liver cancer models, next-generation sequencing, and liquid biopsy approaches.

• To plan, execute, and supervise experiments, including the establishment of novel protocols and techniques, incl. to work with mouse models.
• To continue our established biobank
• Data analysis and writing of scientific manuscripts
• Writing of research grants

The position is limited for 4 years, an extension is advised.

What we look forward to

• PhD or MD/PhD degree in molecular life sciences, biology, medicine or related field
• Previous research experience including the work with human and murine specimens, particularly gene editing (e.g., design and construction of vectors and plasmids, CRISPR/Cas9, etc.), RNA/DNA based analysis and technologies (sequencing etc) is preferred.
• Previous research experience in the field of oncology is preferred.
• Very good knowledge in English, both written and spoken.
• Very good experience with MS Office; experience in data analysis, e.g. R, is preferred.
• Thorough and structured attitude, solution-oriented.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Eager to learn, readiness of mind.

What we can offer

• Regular pay according to TVöD/VKA; attractive company pension plan and various employee discounts
• 30 days of vacation; possibility of special leave
• Central location: Our clinic is centrally located at the beautiful Eppendorfer Park
• Sustainable travel: subsidies for the HVV-ProfiTicket and Dr. Bike bicycle service; option to lease a service bike
• Crisis-proof workplace, meaningful activity, appreciative interaction and open exchange of knowledge within the team; structured induction training
• Opportunity to actively shape and develop the working environment within the framework of our employee program (UKE INside).
• Family-friendly working environment: cooperation on childcare, free vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
• Excellent health, prevention and sports offers
• Healthy and varied lunch break: In addition to our canteen, there is a rich selection of culinary offerings just a few steps away, for example the “Health Kitchen” cafés and bistros, as well as other snack bars, bakers, a supermarket, etc.