| Summary | The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in the Helmholtz Association is seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) for the RNA Biology Lab. The role involves developing more efficient methods for expressing secreted proteins in mammalian cells through cell engineering. The MDC is committed to transformative biomedical research with the goal of understanding molecular mechanisms for devising new diagnostics and medicines. |
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) |
| Research Area | RNA Biology, Genome Editing, Protein Expression, Molecular Biology, Mammalian Cell Culture |
| Location | Berlin-Mitte, MDC-BIMSB |
| Eligibility/Qualification | – Ph.D. in cell biology, biotechnology, molecular biology, or a related field. – Expertise in mammalian cell culture and genome editing techniques. – Experience with protein expression and characterization techniques. – Strong background in molecular biology techniques. – Analytical and problem-solving skills. – Excellent written and verbal communication skills. |
| Job Description | – Develop novel approaches for increasing the yield and quality of secreted proteins through genome editing, synthetic biology, and single-cell activity-based screening. – Characterize engineered cells using techniques such as flow cytometry and molecular biology assays. – Collaborate with the team to integrate new methods into current workflows. – Analyze and interpret data, prepare manuscripts for publication, and interact with industry collaborations. |
| How to Apply | Interested candidates should apply through the MDC website. Include a CV, cover letter, and relevant documents. |
| Last Date for Apply | Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. |
| Additional Benefits | – International working environment with communication in English and German. – Career opportunities and further qualification and training. – Work-life balance certified by the workandfamily audit. – Support for “New Berliners” through the MDC Welcome & Family Office. – On-campus health and fitness center. – Remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes. – Flexible working hours, childcare support, and job ticket subsidy. – Additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace. – Possibility of mobile working. |
