Postdoctoral Researcher in Cancer Neuroscience | Postdoc (f/m/x) Cancer Neuroscience

Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Sep 23, 2025
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This Postdoctoral Researcher position offers a unique opportunity to lead a groundbreaking project investigating the neurobiology of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) at a leading university hospital in Germany. The successful candidate will build upon recent discoveries, exploring neuron-to-cancer synapses using advanced in vivo models and co-cultures to understand SCLC development and progression. Day-to-day tasks involve elucidating the mechanisms of neuronal activity on SCLC proliferation, dissecting the interplay between the nervous system and the tumor microenvironment, and contributing to a collaborative SCLC research community. This role is ideal for a passionate cancer or neuroscience researcher seeking scientific independence in a cutting-edge field with strong institutional support and opportunities for professional growth.

Required Skills

Education

PhD or equivalent degree in Cancer Biology, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, or Immunology

Experience

  • Demonstrated strong record of scientific productivity with at least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed international journal
  • Professional experience in cancer research or neuroscience
  • Strong leadership skills and proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team
  • Hands-on experience with in vivo cancer or neuroscience research (advantageous)
  • Experience with advanced neuroscience techniques (advantageous)
  • Deep knowledge of cancer cell biology, signaling pathways, or the tumor microenvironment (advantageous)
  • Proficiency in advanced microscopy and/or multiplex imaging of the immune microenvironment (advantageous)

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Not specified