Research Associate (Part-time, 50%) | Wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin*Mitarbeiters (m-w-d) in Teilzeit (50 %)

Martin-Luther-Universität Medizinische Fakultät

Halle (Saale), Sachsen-Anhalt, Deutschland
Published Jul 9, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

The Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg is seeking a part-time Research Associate for its University Hospital and Polyclinic for Internal Medicine I. This role involves in-depth data analysis of genetic datasets, including whole exome sequencing (WES), whole genome sequencing (WGS), and RNA-sequencing (RNA-seq) expression data, as well as other bioinformatics and biomathematical analyses. The successful candidate will establish new data analysis methods, conceptualize experiments, document findings, and present/publish research results. They will also mentor medical doctoral students, Bachelor's, and Master's students, and technical assistants. This position offers an excellent opportunity for scientific qualification and contributes to cutting-edge research in a supportive academic environment.

Required Skills

Education

University degree (Diploma, Master's) in Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, Biochemistry, Medicine, or similar field

Experience

  • Professional experience in R programming language
  • Experience in data analysis of genetic WES and/or WGS data
  • Experience in data analysis of RNA-seq datasets (preferred)
  • Experience in mathematical modeling of dynamic biological processes
  • Experience in statistical analysis of biomedical questions
  • Experience in computer-aided regulatory (epi-)genetics
  • Experience in the analysis of pancreatic diseases

Languages

German (Fluent)English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Part-time (50%) position, limited to a maximum of 3 years. Foreign qualifications require a Statement of Comparability from the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB).