Research Associate in Developmental Cell Biology

University of Munster

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The Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology in the Faculty of Biology at the University of Münster is inviting applications for a

Doctoral Research Associate (Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in, salary level 13 TV-L, 65%) in the field of developmental cell biology

at the earliest possible date. We are offering a fixed-term part-time position (65%) for three years. Full-time employees are required to teach 4 hours per week during the semester.

Your tasks:

The position is tied to working towards a doctorate (Ph.D.) in the field of developmental cell biology and genetics. In the three-year project, mechanistic questions related to epithelial tissue morphogenesis in Drosophila melanogaster are to be addressed using genetic, molecular and imaging techniques. Teaching duties involve supervision of undergraduate students at the Bachelor and Master level.

Our expectations:

The prerequisite for this appointment is a M.Sc. degree in biology, biochemistry or another related discipline. Candidates with a strong background in cell or developmental biology, molecular biology or genetics are encouraged to apply. Applications from candidates interested in quantitative imaging are especially welcome. A good command of written and spoken English is essential. German language skills would be advantageous but are not a requirement.

Advantages for you:

The laboratory is based at the Multiscale Imaging Center (MIC), which provides an outstanding interdisciplinary research environment with state-of-the-art microscopy infrastructure (CLSM, spinning disk, SIM, light-sheet, electron microscopy). The Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology and MIC offer an international atmosphere and a diverse range of opportunities for dynamic scientific exchange..

The University of Münster strongly supports equal opportunity and diversity. 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.

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.

Applications should include a motivation letter and a curriculum vitae. We look forward to receiving your application by 2025-10-15. Applications should be sent electronically, as one single PDF file, to:

Institute of Integrative Cell Biology and Physiology
The University of Münster
Multiscale Imaging Center
Röntgenstraße 16
D-48149 Münster, Germany
Email: luschnig@uni-muenster.de
For more information, please see https://www.uni-muenster.de/Biologie.IMZ/luschnig/

Reference number: 2025_07_59

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