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Postdoc for molecular and magnetic resonance imaging (f/m/d)Operational area:
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Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging (ExMI) Working hours:
Full-time 100% (currently 38,5 hours/week)
Duration/Term of employment:
2 years with option of prolongation
Start date:
as soon as possible
Remuneration/Rates:
EG 13 (TV-L)
The German Research Foundation (DFG) funds the Collaborative Research Centre (CRC) 1382 on the following topic:
"The Gut-Liver Axis - Functional Circuits and Therapeutic Targets"
The aim of the CRC is to better understand the complex interactions between the gut and liver and to develop new therapeutic approaches for the treatment of liver and intestinal diseases. The interaction of the intestine and liver is based on multiple linkages at anatomical, cellular and molecular levels. Venous blood is transported from the intestine to the liver via the portal vein and products formed in the liver enter the intestine via the bile ducts. Endocrine messengers, cytokines, bile salts, migrating immune cells and products of the microbiota thus link both organs with each other.
The Institute for Experimental Molecular Imaging (ExMI) at Uniklinik RWTH Aachen and the Helmholtz Institute for Biomedical Engineering at RWTH Aachen University is specialized on the research of several diseases using innovative imaging techniques. We offer a position in an exciting, scientific work atmosphere within a highly topical and clinically relevant field. The candidate will work within the joint research project "Gut-Liver Axis - Functional Circuits and Therapeutic Targets". This interdisciplinary project aims to gain a better understanding of the complex interactions between intestine and liver to develop new therapeutic approaches for the treatment of liver and intestinal diseases. This research project mainly focuses on the non-invasive characterization of bowel and liver tissues using magnetic resonance imaging, CT, as well as molecular and optical imaging.
More information can be found here:
Qualification profile and skills:
* Doctorate in biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biophysics, pharmacy, or human biology/molecular medicine with experience in experimental research and an interest in immunology, cellular and molecular biology, and biotechnology
* Experience in molecular imaging and magnetic resonance imaging, including sequence optimization
* Preferably skills in molecular/cell biology and animal handling (FELASA B or equal)
* Good oral and written communication skills in English (Level C1)
* Excellent management and organizational skills
* Ability to work independently and flexible
Why you should choose us?
We offer…
* A position in an interdisciplinary and international team within a creative research environment with excellent and modern equipment
* The participating research groups from clinical and preclinical disciplines such as gastroenterology, transplantation surgery, pediatrics, cardiovascular research, immunology, cell biology, microbiology and bioinformatics are mainly located at Uniklinik RWTH Aachen. With 40,000 students and 6,000 academic staff, the RWTH is one of the largest universities in Germany
* 30 days of vacation per year for full-time employees
* A bonus of 3,000 euros for employees who help recruit employees in the care sector
* An attractive company pension scheme from VBL
* Education opportunities, including updating and upgrading
* Access to public transport
* In-house kindergarten (places subject to availability)
* Staff residences (places subject to availability and by arrangement)
* An onboarding app for new employees
* Extended opening hours in the staff restaurant