Postdoctoral Research Associate - Metabolomics | Postdoc / Wissenschaftliche:r Angestellte:r (all genders) - Metabolomics
Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf GB Personal, Recht & Organisation
Job Summary
This role offers a unique opportunity to join the Hamburg Center for Kidney Health, one of Europe's leading kidney research institutions. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will redefine the metabolic regulation of kidney diseases by investigating metabolic signaling networks that drive disease progression and therapy response. Your day-to-day work involves planning and executing LC–MS-based metabolomics experiments, performing functional metabolic assays such as Seahorse analyses, and conducting cell-painting-based profiling. You will work within a world-class infrastructure at the newly opened Campus Forschung II, collaborating closely with experts in iPSC/organoid models and high-throughput drug screening. This position is ideal for a scientist looking to develop professional independence and leadership skills while contributing to high-visibility research within the SFB/TRR 422 framework. The role is initially limited to three years and offers a collaborative, international environment focused on identifying novel therapeutic targets for renal diseases.
Required Skills
Education
University degree and a completed PhD in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Human Biology, Life Sciences, or a comparable field.
Experience
- Professional experience in metabolomics, including sample preparation and LC–MS-based analysis
- Experience in analyzing metabolomics data using established computational tools
- Professional experience in basic molecular and cell biology methods
- Experience in statistical data analysis and visualization (R or Python preferred)
- Proven track record of independent, goal-oriented project management
- Experience in kidney biology or related medical research fields is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Proof of full measles immunization is mandatory before starting employment. The position is fixed-term for 3 years due to third-party funding. Location: Hamburg, Germany.
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