MAX PLANCK INSTITUTEOF IMMUNOBIOLOGY AND EPIGENETICS
FREIBURG
Fundamental research in two key areas
of modern biology
Working time
fulltime
Limitation
two years
Pay scale
E13
WE ARE OFFERING A
Postdoctoral Position in Cardiovascular Biology and Omics
The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics in Freiburg (Germany) has an opening for a Postdoctoral Position in the research group of Dr. Nicola Iovino (https://www.ie-freiburg.mpg.de/iovino).
The position is to be filled as soon as possible and is initially limited for two years.
YOUR TASKS:
We aim to understand how molecular and epigenetic information is transmitted across generations, with a particular emphasis on cardiovascular biology. We are seeking a skilled biologist interested in uncovering novel insights into epigenetic inheritance via the germline and the establishment of chromatin after fertilization in the early embryo.
The successful candidate will lead zebrafish experiments and support studies with mice and/or organoids, perform molecular and cellular biology assays, generate and analyse omics datasets, and conduct medium- to high-throughput screenings. A major focus will be on chromatin regulation and cardiovascular research.
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS:
We are seeking a motivated researcher to join our team and contribute to uncovering mechanisms shaping heritable cardiovascular traits.
Applicants should have an academic degree including a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field and have proven experience in cardiovascular research. The successful candidate should have previous experience in omics approaches and high-throughput data analysis, including competence with R, Bash, containers, and statistical modeling. Proven independence in experimental work with model organisms (Zebrafish and mammals) is required, alongside strong molecular and cellular biology skills. Candidates should also have a very good command of English and a record of scientific recognition.
WE OFFER:
Located in a region that connects Germany, France and Switzerland, our institute offers an international research environment with outstanding infrastructure facilities and a positive working atmosphere that places a high value on work-life balance.
* Payment according to TVöD up to a maximum of E13 if the collectively agreed and personal requirements are fulfilled
* Social benefits in line with public service (VBL)
* Additional performance-related remuneration component
* Professional training and development opportunities
* Good public transport connections and subsidy for job ticket
* Challenging work in a modern working environment
* Mobile working at a location of your choice within Germany is possible up to a maximum of 40% of the regular weekly working hours in justified cases.
* Catering provided by the institute's own cafeteria on site and shopping facilities within walking distance
* Dual-Career-Support and Welcome-Service
* Family-friendly offers (affiliated day care center at the institute, parent-child room, breastfeeding room)
Max Planck Institute for
Immunobiology and Epigenetics
HR Department
Stübeweg 51
79108 Freiburg
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Have we sparked your interest? Please apply with your complete application documents (letter of motivation, curriculum vitae, certificates) via our
online applicantion portal
at www.ie-freiburg.mpg.de
until 23 December 2025.
The Max Planck Institute of Immunobiology and Epigenetics (MPI-IE) in Freiburg, Germany is an interdisciplinary research institution that conducts basic research in two key areas of modern biology: Immunobiology and Epigenetics. Central questions address the molecular basis of cell type identities, as they are regulated during immune cell differentiation, metabolic response and epigenetic chromatin adaptation.
We value and promote diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, so we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from severely disabled people. We would also like to increase the proportion of women in areas where they are underrepresented and therefore expressly encourage women to apply.
Max Planck Institute for
Immunobiology and Epigenetics
HR Department
Stübeweg 51
79108 Freiburg