Work time
full-time
Start date
Now
Employment period
limited
Application deadline
16.11.2025
Deployment location Charité
Campus Benjamin Franklin, Steglitz
Jobcode
5256
Salary group
E13
Working at Charité
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with a strong background in translational cancer research. The position is part of the scientific group of Prof. Ulrich Keller (Hematology, Oncology and Cancer Immunology). Our group has a strong publication track record, e.g., Gastroenterology, J Clin Invest, Nat Comm, Blood, Cancer Cell.
The group is funded by the DFG, Deutsche Krebshilfe, BMBF, BIH, and others and engages in numerous national/international collaborations and consortia. In addition to our own laboratories at Charité, we have privileged access to Max-Delbrück Center facilities including Berlin Institute for Medical Systems Biology (BIMSB).
We strongly support the establishment of your own ideas and research. Mentoring for your next career step is a top priority. We have a proven track record of supporting researches in reaching their professional goals.
Overview of the position
* Application of cutting-edge technologies, with a strong focus on single cell-omics including cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics and bioinformatic/ data integration
* Advanced proteomics, genomics, innovative genetic (e.g. CRISPR/Cas) and screening technologies (both in vivo and vitro)
* Planning, execution and evaluation of translational projects in oncology research (e.g. tumor pathogenesis, mechanisms of tumorigenesis, biomarker-informed therapeutic intervention)
* Development of novel high impact methods and technologies
Preparation of scientific publications, participation/presentation of research results at national/international congresses
* Coordination of collaboration with partners (internal/external)
* Supervision of research group members/students/technicians
* Collaboration in the application process for external funding
* You are engaged in research: According to §110 (4), sentence 3, BerlHG provides for scientific employees to spend a reasonable time for higher scientific qualification during working hours
What we are looking for
* Completed degree in natural sciences (M.Sc.) or comparable
* Experimental or bioinformatics PhD and previous experience in translational cancer research
* Strong publication record from PhD or postdoc
* Confident handling of statistical analyses and evaluation programs
* Experience in data analysis and presentation, including knowledge of statistics
* Good analytical skills for complex problems
* Independent, structured and solution-oriented working style
* High degree of self-motivation, ability to work in a team and sense of responsibility
* Very good organizational and communication skills, English is laboratory language
Charité offers you
* A highly professional collaboration within a motivated and interdisciplinary team
* A future-oriented, varied, and challenging role with a high degree of personal responsibility and autonomy
* Discounts on many employee offers in the areas of shopping, travel, and sports
Through our company pension scheme, our employees receive additional financial security for retirement
* Since 2007, Charité has been certified as a family-friendly university and family-friendly employer — you can find more information here
Information regarding the position
* Paygrade E13 according to TVöD VKA-K. Your job grade depends on your job qualification whereas the experience level depends on the number of working years. The yearly gross salary is hereby provided based on a full time position excluding yearly bonus and additional pay. You may find further information here
* It is possible to work full time with 38,5 weekly working hours
* 30 days of paid vacation per year
* This position is offered as a fixed-term contract until 31.10.2028, because it correlates with the project duration
* The application period ends on:
* Position ID: 5256
Application
Everyone is welcome at the Charité, regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.
Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.
If you have questions, please contact:
jasmin.radenkovic@charite.de