Postdoctoral Researcher, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology | Life Scientist (m/w/d)

Universitätsklinikum Münster

Münster, Westfalen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Oct 27, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This Postdoctoral Researcher role, based in the Kerl Lab focusing on Pediatric Hematology and Oncology, requires a Life Scientist with expertise in cancer immunology. The primary focus is describing cellular heterogeneity in pediatric tumors and identifying mechanisms of cellular communication between immune and tumor cells. Day-to-day tasks involve independent planning, execution, documentation, analysis, and interpretation of experiments, particularly utilizing advanced single-cell technologies such as single-cell RNA sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, and multiplex immunohistochemistry. The ideal candidate will also support and supervise PhD students, present results, and actively pursue project funding/grants. This position offers a motivated research environment, modern infrastructure, and support for professional development, including further qualifications like habilitation, making it an attractive opportunity for an ambitious scientist.

Required Skills

Education

Doctorate / PhD in Life Sciences, Human Medicine, or related fields

Experience

  • Doctorate / PhD in life sciences, human medicine or related fields
  • Successful postdoctoral experience in immunology or cancer immunology
  • Professional experience with transcriptomics and immunohistochemistry
  • Professional background in cell culture of diverse cell lines, 3D cultures and primary immune cells
  • Excellent publication record

Languages

German (Basic)English (Basic)

Additional

  • Limited to 3 years contract duration; Full-time (38.5 hours/week); Location within the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Clinic (UKM).