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The University of Münster invites applications to its Else-Kröner-Fresenius-Stiftung Medical Scientist Programme InFlame addressing the dynamics of infection and inflammatory processes and offers

6 positions for Postdoctoral Research Associates (Wissenschaftlicher Mitarbeiterin, salary level E 13 TV-L)

**for externally funded projects at earliest 1 January 2027. We are offering fixed-term full-time positions (100%) for 4 years.

We seek highly motivated young scientists with extraordinary academic capabilities and a PhD degree in Life/Natural Sciences (medicine, biology, pharmacology, (bio)chemistry, and computer science). Applicants should have extensive laboratory and/or data analysis/management experience and a special interest in the topic.

The Postdocs will pursue cutting-edge research through individual, interdisciplinary, and coordinated projects to investigate inflammatory processes and the underlying molecular mechanisms associated with severe diseases. Research approaches integrate basic and translational/clinical aspects and include molecular and cell biology, imaging, animal models, flow cytometry, OMIC technologies, data integration, and artificial intelligence to address key questions in inflammatory diseases. The Postdocs will be integrated into the research focus area ‚Cell Dynamics, Inflammation and Imaging‘ of the University of Münster, which includes many research consortia and networks on this topic (SFB1450, KFO342, SFB1348, TRR332, TRACI, IZKF) and offers a stimulating scientific environment with state-of-the-art infrastructure and excellent intramural funding options.

Through a structured programme, participants will also receive patient- and clinic-oriented training, close interactions with our local Clinician Scientist Program CareerS, academic career development support, and personalized mentoring to foster their scientific careers.**

Your tasks:

• Conduct innovative research within one of the of the InFlame Medical Scientist Programme
• Design, plan, and perform experimental and/or computational studies, including data analysis and interpretation
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary research teams and clinical partners
• Disseminate research findings through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at national and international conferences
• Contribute to the acquisition of competitive third-party funding through collaborative grant applications
• Actively participate in and contribute to the scientific and training activities of the InFlame Medical Scientist Programme
• Engage in career development, mentoring, and networking activities offered by the programme
• Develop an independent scientific profile with the long-term goal of establishing scientific independence as a Medical Scientist

Our expectations:

• A Master’s Degree and a PhD in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. life sciences, biomedicine, medicine, computer science or a related field)
• Strong interest in inflammatory diseases and their underlying molecular and cellular mechanisms; prior experience in inflammation research is desirable
• Experience with one or more relevant experimental or computational approaches (e.g. molecular and cell biology, imaging, animal models, flow cytometry, OMIC technologies, bioinformatics, data integration, machine learning or artificial intelligence) is an advantage
• Motivation to work in an interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment
• Interest in translational research and the integration of basic and clinical science
• A track record of scientific excellence, demonstrated by publications and third-party funding appropriate to career stage
• Excellent written and spoken English
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
• A proactive, team-oriented, and highly motivated attitude with the ambition to develop an independent research profile as a Medical Scientist
• Willingness to actively contribute to the scientific community of the InFlame Medical Scientist Programme and to participate in its training and networking activities
• Motivation to contribute to the acquisition of competitive third-party funding and to pursue scientific independence

Advantages for you:

• Appreciation, commitment, openness and respect – values which are important to us.O.
• If you have family members or young children in your care, our offers concrete support to help you balance your private and professional responsibilities.
• As an educational institution, we are deeply committed to offering opportunities tailored to your individual needs.
• From A – Z, Aikido to Zumba, our ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• As a university employee, you are entitled to numerous benefits afforded to public servants, e.g. an attractive company pension scheme (), an and a position that is shielded from economic fluctuations.

The University of Münster strongly supports . We welcome all applicants regardless of sex, nationality, ethnic or social background, religion or worldview, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We are committed to creating family-friendly working conditions. Part-time options are generally available.

We actively encourage applications by women. Women with equivalent qualifications and academic achievements will be preferentially considered unless these are outweighed by reasons which necessitate the selection of another candidate.

If you are interested, please provide us:

(1) Application letter (1-2 pages max. in English or German) including: motivation, recent position and career level, vision on your academic career pathway as a Medical Scientist, potential integration into local networks/consortia, and first preference of the offered projects.

(2) Description of your research (title summarising your current research focus, background and research questions, preliminary work and present projects, connection to the research field of inflammatory reactions, collaborations, 2-3 pages max.)

(3) CV (incl. full academic title, scientific discipline, list of publications and third-party funding)

(4) Letters of support from two individual supervisors/mentors or their contact address

(5) Transcripts of records on your PhD, Bachelor´s, and Master´s studies (certified copies in English or German)

(6) Copies of your PhD, Bachelor´s and Master´s certificates (certified copies in English or German)

If you have any questions, please contact InFlame coordinator Dr. Silke Jamitzky, ; Tel. ++49 251-8335504;

We look forward to receiving your application by 2026-10-04 electronically as one PDF document to Please note that we cannot consider other file formats.

Reference number: 2026_08_27