Doctoral Researcher (Biology) | Biologe (m/w/d)

Institute of Molecular Biology and Tumour Research (IMT)

Marburg, Hessen, Deutschland
Published Aug 20, 2025
Full-time
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Job Summary

This doctoral position at the Institute for Molecular Biology and Tumor Research in Marburg focuses on investigating the molecular mechanisms of chromatin proteins and their role in mammalian genome regulation, particularly concerning DNA methylation inheritance. The successful candidate will contribute to a DFG-funded research project, conducting experimental work including planning, execution, and analysis. The role involves applying standard molecular biology, cell biology, and biochemistry techniques, alongside advanced genomic methods such as RNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and ChIP-seq, mass spectrometry, and microscopy. Research will primarily be conducted in mammalian cells, including embryonic stem cells and differentiated cells, with a focus on establishing 3D cultures of human skin cells. The position offers an opportunity to work within a leading epigenetics research center, fostering extensive collaboration and intellectual exchange, contributing to a deeper understanding of epigenetic stability and cellular identity.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree (very good) in (Molecular) Biology, Human Biology, or related fields acquired in Germany

Experience

  • Practical laboratory experience in molecular biology, cell biology, biochemistry, or molecular genetics
  • Experience with experimental planning, execution, and evaluation in research projects
  • Experience with genomic methods (e.g., DNA methylation, transcriptome via RNA-seq, chromatin accessibility via ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq), mass spectrometry, and microscopy
  • Experience with bioinformatics analysis
  • Experience in working with mammalian cells (embryonic stem cells, differentiated cells, human skin cells, 3D cultures)
  • Experience in presenting research results and participating in journal clubs
  • Experience in supervising staff/colleagues
  • Experience in national and international collaborations

Languages

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Additional

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