Computational Postdoc: Join the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in Berlin-Mitte, a leading international biomedical research center. We are seeking a highly motivated Computational Postdoc (m/f/d) to work in the Mittnenzweig lab, focusing on developing new machine learning methods in the context of mammalian embryonic and organoid development.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area: Developmental & Organoid Biology
Location: Berlin-Mitte, MDC-BIMSB
Eligibility/Qualification: To be eligible for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- PhD (or MSc degree with several years of working experience) in computational or natural sciences with a strong computational or quantitative focus.
- Strong programming skills in Python and R; experience in building efficient and reusable software is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate with team members and scientific collaborators.
- Solid statistical knowledge and experience with state-of-the-art machine learning methods.
- Ability to work independently and tackle challenging analysis tasks.
Job Description:
Computational Postdoc in Developmental & Organoid Biology
As a Computational Postdoc in Developmental & Organoid Biology, your responsibilities will include:
- Developing new algorithms to infer cellular and tissue-wide differentiation trajectories from single-cell multiome (RNA + ATAC), spatial transcriptomics, and lineage tracing data.
- Utilizing machine learning and artificial intelligence methods to decipher the highly-conserved regulatory code underlying mammalian organogenesis.
- Comparing early mouse embryonic development with other species (human, fish, bird, non-vertebrates).
- Analyzing and comparing synthetic organoid development with in vivo embryonic development.
- Collaborating closely with experimental groups.
- Active participation in a highly interdisciplinary team involving data scientists, computational, and experimental biologists.
We Offer:
- An international working environment with communication in English and German.
- Exciting career opportunities and options for further qualification and training.
- Family and career compatibility certified by the “berufundfamilie audit.”
- Support for “New Berliners” through the MDC Welcome & Family Office.
- On-campus health and fitness center.
- A stimulating and international research environment with excellent science.
- The opportunity to work on cutting-edge biomedical data.
- The ability to further yourself as an expert in single-cell genomics and machine learning approaches to biomedical data.
- Competitive remuneration per the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes.
- Flexible working hours with the possibility of mobile working and childcare support.
- Subsidy for the job ticket.
- Additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye tests, and ergonomics advice at the workplace.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should apply through the MDC’s application webpage. Please provide the following documents as part of your application:
- Cover letter (1 page max)
- Research statement (3 page max) detailing past achievements, future plans, and potential projects related to amphibian conservation.
- Conservation impact statement (2 pages max) describing your vision, experience in conservation research, practice, and policy, and your interest in mentoring and public outreach.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Names and contacts of three individuals who can provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Last Date for Apply: Application review will begin on October 31, 2023, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Inquiries: For inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Sinlan Poo at spoo@memphiszoo.org.
The Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine values diversity and encourages individuals from all backgrounds to apply. The MDC is an equal opportunity employer that adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Accommodations for the interview or hiring process can be requested by emailing HRteam@memphiszoo.org.
