Postdoctoral Scientist; w​/m​/d

The University Hospital Ulm and its employees stand for modern and high‑quality patient care, excellent university research and medical education focused on the future, as well as apprenticeships in attractive professional fields. The requirements for this are qualified and committed employees.

• Discovery of novel muscular dystrophy‑associated genes and molecular mechanisms using state‑of‑the‑art OMICs techniques, in particular long‑read RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics
• Characterization of mouse models to investigate the underlying pathophysiological mechanisms leading to muscular dystrophy
• Development of novel antisense oligonucleotides for exon‑skipping therapy of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy in‑vitro and in mdx mouse models
• Development of protein quantification techniques, including mass spectrometry
• Collaboration with an international team under supervision and leadership of the principal investigator
• Publication of impactful original research papers

• Ph.D. in biology or related field with a strong interest in drug development for genetically inherited diseases; interested and qualified MDs are also considered and encouraged to apply
• Hands‑on experience with animal models is desirable
• A solid background in molecular biology is desirable
• Ability to work on multiple projects in collaboration with others
• Programming skills are preferred
• Creativity and capability to develop a competitive research project while working autonomously under the supervision of a team leader

Your salary will be based on qualification and experience, including benefits according to TV‑L. The position is currently for nine months but will be extended if the candidate is successful. You will work in a very good scientific environment, with a broad repertoire of methods, supportive supervision, and a friendly group. Short‑term visits to other labs in Germany and abroad are possible.

The Board of Directors of the University Hospital Ulm places strong emphasis on gender equality and seeks to increase the proportional representation of women in this field. Thus, applications from female scientists are welcome; suitably qualified women will be given preferential consideration unless other candidates clearly demonstrate superior qualifications.

We also welcome applications from disabled candidates, who will be given preferential consideration over other applicants with comparable qualifications.

Die Einstellung erfolgt über die Verwaltung des Klinikums im Auftrag des Landes Baden-Württemberg. Personen mit Schwerbehinderung werden bei gleicher Eignung vorrangig eingestellt. Das Universitätsklinikum Ulm strebt die Erhöhung des Frauenanteils in den Bereichen an, in denen Sie unterrepräsentiert sind. Entsprechend qualifizierte Frauen werden um ihre Bewerbung gebeten. Vollzeitstellen sind grundsätzlich teilbar. Eine an die Befristung anschließende Weiterbeschäftigung ist möglich.