Postdoctoral Researcher

to conduct research in the group of Prof. Stefan Schuster on the project "Modelling and computer simulation of multipartite lung microbiome systems".

We expect:

• a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, Computer Science, Microbiology, Theoretical Ecology or related disciplines. Candidates in the final stages of obtaining their doctorate are also eligible to apply
• desirable methodological skills: Mathematical modelling of biological systems, basics in computer programming, cooperation with experimentalists
• highly motivated individuals with an interest in joining one of the interdisciplinary research areas of the Microverse Cluster
• the ability to work creatively and independently towards developing your own research project
• an integrative and cooperative personality with enthusiasm for actively participating in the dynamic Microverse community
• English communication skills, both written and spoken

We offer:

• a highly communicative atmosphere within an energetic scientific network providing top-level research facilities
• multidisciplinary research environment
• a comprehensive mentoring program and soft skill courses for early career researchers
• Jena - City of Science: a young and lively town with a vibrant local cultural agenda
• attractive fringe benefits, e.g. Job Ticket (benefits for public transport) and occupational pensions (VBL)
• salary in accordance with the terms of the collective agreement for the public sector of the Federal States (TV-L) in accordance with personal qualifications up to salary scale E13
• university health promotion and a family-friendly working environment with flexible working hours

The two-year full-time postdoctoral researcher position will be funded through the Excellence Strategy of the German federal and state governments. The Friedrich Schiller University Jena is an equal opportunity employer and part-time contracts can be discussed.

Severely disabled applicants with equal qualification and aptitude are given preferential consideration.

Applications are exclusively accepted via the JSMC Online Application Portal:
Please familiarize yourself with the currently available postdoctoral projects (
) and the application process as described in the Online Application Portal. Selected applicants will be invited to a recruitment meeting taking place in September. Awarding decisions will be announced shortly thereafter, and candidates are expected to be available to start their projects in autumn/winter of 2020.

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