Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/x) in Cellular / Structural Biology

The Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main is one of the largest universities in Germany with around 44,000 students and with about 5,700 employees. Founded in 1914 by Frankfurt citizens and since 2008 once again proud of its foundation status Goethe University possesses a high degree of autonomy, modernity, and professional diversity. As a comprehensive university, the Goethe University offers a total of 16 departments on five campuses and more than 150 degree programs along with an outstanding research reputation.

The Institute of Biochemistry (www.biochem.uni-frankfurt.de) in the Department of Biochemistry, Chemistry and Pharmaceutical Sciences of the Goethe University Frankfurt am Main offers as of 01.01.2025 a position of a

Postdoctoral Fellow (m/f/x) in Cellular / Structural Biology “Machineries in Adaptive Immunity”
(E 13 TV-G-U)

initially funded for a period of 5 years with the option of extension. The salary grade is based on the job characteristics of the collective agreement applicable to Goethe University (TV-G-U).

Tasks:

We are looking for a postdoc to investigate the molecular machineries and protein complexes controlling cell membrane dynamics in health and disease. Integrating biochemical / structural and cell biological approaches, the Tampé Lab seeks to cross cellular boundaries to decode the function and interplay of molecular machineries that direct the fundamental functionality of the immune system. Be part of an ambitious team that aspires to unravel the scientific world’s pressing question of how viral or malignant factors come to evade immune surveillance.

We offer:

Embedded in the Frankfurt Riedberg Science Campus, the Institute of Biochemistry offers top-class and diverse research projects, a stimulating working atmosphere, excellent training opportunities, and attractive social benefits (including currently a LandesTicket Hessen, pension plan, sports facilities, daycare center). Our state-of-the-art research infrastructure includes cryo-EM, X-ray crystallography, advanced imaging techniques, CRISPR-based gene editing, and smart probe technologies. The Tampé Lab is supported by prestigious funding, including the European Research Council (ERC AdG) and the German Research Foundation (DFG – SFB 1507). You will be given the opportunity to design your own project independently and to choose from a variety of interesting scientific questions and techniques, as well as to lead collaborations at national and international level.

Your qualification:

We seek talented scientists with a PhD in biochemistry or a related field, ideally demonstrating a solid track record of accomplishments / publications and proven experience in protein purification and structural studies. The working language is English, excellent skills in both academic writing and oral communication are prerequisites. We expect creative thinking and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively so as to lead a small team of students.

The Goethe University is committed to a policy of providing equal employment opportunities for both men and women alike, and therefore encourages particularly women to apply for the position/s offered. We welcome individuals with disabilities.

Your application package should include a short description of your past research and future plans (max. two pages), a CV, publication list, copies of certificates, and contact information of at least two academic references. Please send your application in English as a single PDF file via e-mail to application(at)biochem.uni-frankfurt.de – recipient: Goethe University Frankfurt, Prof. Dr. Robert Tampé, Institute of Biochemistry, Max-von-Laue-Straße 9, 60438 Frankfurt am Main. Application deadline is October 15, 2024.

Please note that the application documents will not be returned. Goethe University will not reimburse any costs incurred during the application process.