Research Associate - Dresden, Deutschland - Technische Universität Dresden

Technische Universität Dresden

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Dresden, Deutschland

vor 2 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

beBee Recruiter

Beschreibung

Technische Universität Dresden (TUD), as a University of Excellence, is one of the leading and most
dynamic research institutions in the country. Founded in 1828, today it is a globally oriented,
regionally anchored top university as it focuses on the grand challenges of the 21st century. lt
develops innovative solutions for the world's most pressing issues. In research and academic
programs, the university unites the natural and engineering sciences with the humanities, social
sciences and medicine. This wide range of disciplines is a special feature, facilitating interdisciplinarity
and transfer of science to society. As a modern employer, it offers attractive working conditions to all
employees in teaching, research, technology and administration. The goal is to promote and develop
their individual abilities while empowering everyone to reach their full potential. TUD embodies a
university culture that is characterized by cosmopolitanism, mutual appreciation, thriving innovation
and active participation. For TUD diversity is an essential feature and a quality criterion of an excellent
university. Accordingly, we welcome all applicants who would like to commit themselves, their
achievements and productivity to the success of the whole institution.

The
Cluster of Excellence "Physics of Life" (PoL) offers a position in the
Junior Research Group

Mechanics of active Biomaterials (Dr. Elisabeth Fischer-Friedrich) as

Research Associate / Postdoc (M/F/x)***starting
as soon as possible. The position is initially limited to 24 months, with the option of extension
and the chance to obtain further academic qualification. The period of employment is governed by
the Fixed Term Research Contracts Act (Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz - WissZeitVG). The Cluster of
interdisciplinary research center dedicated to quantitative biology, biophysics and computer science,
which is funded by the German Research Foundation (DFG) and offers a wide range of support
structures, including state-of-the-art light microscopy and advanced bio-image data science facilities.

Tasks:
continue a research project on the feedback between mechanical confinement of tumor
spheroids and cell-cycle-progression. Methods include cell culture, confocal fluorescence microscopy,
quantitative biochemical assays and atomic force microscopy. Furthermore, analysis of experimental
data with custom-made computer codes, writing of scientific manuscripts for publication in the
relevant periodicals; conducting detailed literature searches; participation in professional conferences
and presentation of the research work of the laboratory and its projects; support of the Junior
Research Group in terms of project-related co-supervision of students and preparation of research
grant proposals.

Requirements:

- university and - if applicable

PhD degree in biology, biochemistry, biophysics, or related fields,

- strong interest in working in an interdisciplinary environment at the interface of physics, and
- cell biology,- excellent communication and presentation skills in English,
- practical experience with cell culture and light microscopy methods.

Experience with programming image analysis methods (ideally with matlab) is desirable.

- friedrich) seeks an independent, passionate, and motivated postdoc.

What we offer:
We offer the opportunity to shape an exciting research project at the interface of cell
biology, biophysics and medicine, while developing your academic or professional career. You will be
imbedded within the highly interactive, and interdisciplinary research environment of PoL and the

wider Dresden Campus, which includes other high-quality scientific institutions. You will be exposed
to world-class research on diverse topics through regular scientific seminars and occasional retreats.
You will have the possibility to acquire project management skills, team leading skills, and teaching
skills. Employment conditions include a comprehensive package with full social benefits. Dresden
offers a high-quality of life with a relatively low cost-of-living.

TUD strives to employ more women in academia and research. We therefore expressly encourage
women to apply. The University is a certified family-friendly university and offers a Dual Career
equally qualified, those with disabilities or with equivalent status pursuant to the German Social Code
IX (SGB IX) will receive priority for employment.

contact details for 3 references) by
March 15, 2023 (stamped arrival
date applies) by sending it as a single pdf-file via the SecureMail Portal
"Open postdoc in " or to
:TU Dresden, Exzellenzcluster "Physik des Lebens", z. Hdn. Frau Dr.

Elisabeth Fischer-Friedrich, Arnoldstrasse 18, 01307 Dresden, Germany. Please submit copies
be reimbursed.

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