Postdoctoral Researcher (Qualification Position for Professorship) | Qualifizierungsstelle, Professur (Postdoc) Ausschreibungs-ID: fb20-0072-wmz-2026

Philipps-Universität Marburg

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Apr 20, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This position is a dedicated qualification role for a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Philipps-Universität Marburg, within the Department of Medicine, Clinic for Dermatology and Allergology. The successful candidate will work in the 'Clinical-Experimental Allergology' group, focusing on IgE-mediated allergies and cutaneous Type 2 inflammation. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting translational clinical research, analyzing cell populations using advanced immunological and molecular biological methods, developing research protocols, and mentoring junior scientists (Bachelor, Master, and PhD students). You will contribute to the group's research profile while pursuing your own academic qualification, such as a Habilitation. This role is ideal for an ambitious scientist looking to bridge the gap between basic immunological research and clinical application, offering an environment that supports professional development, international networking, and academic advancement. The position is initially fixed-term for four years with the potential for a two-year extension upon successful evaluation.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or equivalent in Biology, Human Biology, or related fields; PhD in natural or life sciences.

Experience

  • Completed university degree (Master's or equivalent) in Biology, Human Biology, or related fields
  • Above-average PhD in natural or life sciences
  • Professional experience with standard immunological methods and primary cell isolation/cultivation
  • Proven experience in the analysis of immune cells
  • Experience in clinical-translational studies is preferred
  • Track record of publications in international peer-reviewed journals is preferred

Languages

German (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Must be eligible for academic qualification (Habilitation). Requires willingness to engage in independent scientific work. Position is subject to the WissZeitVG (Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act). Employment is based on the collective agreement for the State of Hesse (TV-H).