Postdoctoral Position: “Gut microbiome, encephalopathy and outcome of sepsis”

22 Mar 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Jena School for Microbial Communication (JSMC)

Department

Friedrich Schiller University Jena

Research Field

Medical sciences
Biological sciences

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Germany

Application Deadline

15 Apr 2024 - 23:59 (Europe/Berlin)

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-time

Hours Per Week

40

Offer Starting Date

1 May 2024

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

The core mission of the Cluster of Excellence “Balance of the Microverse” of the Friedrich Schiller University Jena is to elucidate fundamental principles of the interactions and functions in microbial communities in diverse habitats, ranging from oceans and groundwater to plant and human hosts.

We offer a full-time position (40 hours per week) that is initially limited until 31.12.2025.
The position is hosted and based at the Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine of the Medical Faculty of the University of Jena (UKJ), a member of the Cluster of Excellence consortium. Our department has a strong track record and ongoing interest in researching the molecular mechanisms of sepsis-associated organ failure and the underlying (dysfunctional) host response.
As a postdoctoral researcher in our unit, you will support our efforts to unravel the crosstalk and wiring between the gut microbiome and neuroendocrine processes, the humoral immune response and organ failure in the septic patient.
Your responsibilities

•Pursue and coordinate research in the laboratories of our Dept. at the UKJ focused on the analysis of sepsis patient biosamples
•Work in an interdisciplinary team of intensivists, neurologists, microbiologists, biochemists and epidemiologists and integrate into the Cluster of Excellence consortium.
•Contribute to the development of the project, as it evolves.
•Produce high-quality written reports and draft papers. Present your results at international and national conferences and at local meetings and outreach events.
•Assist with training other researchers, including PhD candidates, Masters’ and undergraduate project students.
•Contribute to maintaining the friendly, collegial, welcoming and collaborative environment within the group and the consortium.

Your Profile

•A PhD (or equivalent) in the life or natural sciences, preferably Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Immunology or similar. Candidates in the final stages of obtaining their doctorate are also eligible to apply.
•Excellent background in cell biology and immunology; neurobiological background advantageous
•Desired skills: Expertise in multi-dimensional cytometry/FACS. Experience in handling and analysing human samples is an advantage.
•Strong scientific motivation, with an interest in joining one of the interdisciplinary research areas of the Microverse Cluster
•The ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own research project
•An integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively participating in the dynamic Microverse community
•English communication skills, both written and spoken

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

 

•A PhD (or equivalent) in the life or natural sciences, preferably Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, Immunology or similar. Candidates in the final stages of obtaining their doctorate are also eligible to apply.
•Excellent background in cell biology and immunology; neurobiological background advantageous
•Desired skills: Expertise in multi-dimensional cytometry/FACS. Experience in handling and analysing human samples is an advantage.
•Strong scientific motivation, with an interest in joining one of the interdisciplinary research areas of the Microverse Cluster
•The ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own research project
•An integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively participating in the dynamic Microverse community
•English communication skills, both written and spoken

Languages

ENGLISH

Level

Good

Research Field

Biological sciences » BiologyMedical sciences

Internal Application form(s) needed
Microverse_PostDoc_ 03 2024.pdf
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Additional Information
Benefits

We offer:
•A highly communicative atmosphere within an energetic scientific network
•A comprehensive mentoring program and soft skill courses for early career researchers
•Jena – City of Science: a young and lively town with a vibrant local cultural agenda
•A family-friendly working environment with a variety of offers for families: University Family Office ‘JUniFamilie’ and flexible childcare (‘JUniKinder’)
•University health promotion and a wide range of university sports activities
•Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. capital formation benefits (VL), Job Ticket (benefits for public transport), and an occupational pension (VBL)
•Remuneration based on the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector of the Federal States (TV-L) up to salary scale E 13 (depending on the candidate’s personal qualifications) including a special annual payment in accordance with the collective agreement
•30 days of vacation per calendar year plus two days off on December 24 and 31

Website for additional job details

http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Department of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine of the Medical Faculty of the University of Jena (UKJ),

Country

Germany

State/Province

Thuringia

City

Jena

Postal Code

07747

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.jsmc-phd.de/vacant-positions.html

Contact

City

Jena

Website

http://www.jsmc.uni-jena.de

Street

Neugasse 23, Jena, Germany

Postal Code

07743

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED