Research Assistant (Postdoc) for the Dr. Rolf M. Schwiete Center for Limbal Stem Cell Research and Congenital Aniridia at the Department of Ophthalmology, Saarland University Medical Center (m/f/d) (ID: 57)

Discover the exciting career opportunities at UKS - one of the largest employers in the region. With over 6,000 dedicated employees, we offer a diverse range of interesting careers in various fields. As a renowned high-performance medical center with 30 clinics and 20 institutes, we offer you the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment and realize your professional goals.

The biological laboratory of the Dr. Rolf M. Schwiete Center for Limbal Stem Cell Research and Congenital Aniridia at the Department of Ophthalmology (headed by Prof. Dr. Berthold Seitz) focuses its research on the pathophysiology and molecular biology of congenital aniridia and limbal stem cell deficiency. The work is carried out in an interdisciplinary environment that closely links clinical (contact person: Dr. Tim Berger) and basic research. The laboratory has comprehensive and modern technical equipment and offers you the opportunity to work in a future-oriented environment and to apply your skills in a targeted manner.

We are looking for a research assistant (Postdoc) (m/f/d) as of 01.06.2025. This is a part-time position (70%), which is limited to 5 years. 

Your tasks: 

• Isolation and cultivation of primary cells from patient tissue, cultivation of various cell lines
• Versatile and challenging cell and molecular biology work in a safety level 2 laboratory (e.g. PCR, Western blotting, ELISA)
• Carrying out flow cytometric analyses including sample preparation
• Induction of new doctoral students
• Writing scientific publications and presenting at international conferences
• Coordinating and applying for national and international research projects (third-party funding) 

Your profile: 

• Successfully completed scientific university degree and doctorate in the field of natural sciences, life sciences or medicine
• Practical experience in the field of cell biology and molecular biology
• Highest level of trustworthiness, excellent organizational skills, strong self-initiative as well as an independent and responsible working style
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• Good knowledge of German is desirable
• Enjoy working in an interdisciplinary and international team 

Our offer: 

• Attractive remuneration based on a collective wage agreement (TV-L), a 26.95-hour week, 30 days’ vacation and annual special payment as well as an additional company pension scheme
• A committed with an appreciative and friendly working atmosphere in an interesting and varied field of activity
• Your physical well-being is well taken care of: on our premises you will find several opportunities to enjoy a healthy and inexpensive meal
• A free parking garage and the use of the free clinic bus are at your disposal
• We offer various measures to promote health: from stress management measures, back training, nutrition tips to running training, we have a lot on offer

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Ms. Alfreda Zäch-Welsch, Management assistant: +49-06841/16-22302 or E-mail to bewerbung@uks.eu 

Applicants with severe disabilities will be given priority if they are equally qualified. 
If you are interested in becoming part of this team, we look forward to receiving your application documents by 01.04.2025 via our careers page: https://bewerbung-uks.eu/