Postdoctoral Researcher in Hematology, Oncology, and Cell Therapy | Postdoc (m/w/d)
Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg Medizinische Fakultät
Job Summary
This position is based at the University Hospital Magdeburg within the laboratory of Prof. Dr. Dimitrios Mougiakakos. As a Postdoctoral Researcher, you will lead translational research projects focused on immune regulation, metabolic fitness, and tolerance mechanisms in the context of stem cell transplantation (allo-HSCT) and CAR-T cell therapies. Day-to-day responsibilities include designing experiments, utilizing advanced molecular and cellular biology techniques, and working with preclinical in vitro and in vivo models. You will also play a key role in mentoring graduate students and publishing high-impact research in international journals. This role is particularly attractive for scientists looking to work in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary environment with access to state-of-the-art technologies and a collaborative framework provided by the Collaborative Research Center SFB/Transregio 221. The position offers a full-time contract under the TV-L E13 salary scale in the family-friendly city of Magdeburg.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Medicine, or a related field.
Experience
- Professional experience in tumor immunology, cell therapy, or immune metabolism
- Proven track record of publications in peer-reviewed international journals
- Experience with in vivo models and preclinical research
- Experience in supervising or mentoring MSc, MD, or PhD students
- Experience in designing and executing translational research projects
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Additional
- FELASA B/C certification for animal work is preferred. The position is limited until December 2029 and must be filled no later than July 1, 2026. Full-time role based in Magdeburg.