Postdoctoral Position in Embryo Self-Correction: The Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine in Münster, Germany, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral researcher to join the “Embryo Self-Correction” research group led by Dr. Mauricio Rocha-Martins. This position offers an exciting opportunity to explore the mechanisms underlying organ development using advanced techniques in human organoids and zebrafish models.
Job Details
| Designation | Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F/D) |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Developmental Biology, Cell Biology, Stem Cell Biology |
| Location | Münster, Germany |
| Duration | Temporary employment of two years (with the option for longer-term cooperation) |
| Salary | According to pay group 13 of the TVöD |
Eligibility/Qualification
Required:
- PhD or nearing completion in cell biology, developmental biology, stem cell biology, or a related field.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in cultivating mammalian cells or tissues and experimental research involving zebrafish embryos.
- Proficiency in microscopy and molecular biology techniques.
Preferred:
- Experience in advanced quantitative imaging and image analysis.
- Expertise in genome engineering.
Job Description
The selected candidate will:
- Lead a project investigating the self-correction capabilities of the developing nervous system, focusing on plasticity in cell behavior and cell-cell interactions during tissue organization regrowth and repair.
- Culture and manipulate stem cell-derived organoids to model human developmental disorders.
- Manipulate zebrafish embryo development through genome engineering methods (e.g., CRISPR).
- Plan and execute experiments that probe robustness of tissue morphogenesis utilizing quantitative imaging and large-scale molecular profiling (e.g., scRNA-seq).
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary researchers to apply diverse approaches.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
- A letter of motivation
- CV
- Contact details of two references
Applications should be submitted via our applicant portal before the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
08 August 2025
For informal inquiries about the position, please contact Dr. Mauricio Rocha-Martins at mrmartins@mpi-muenster.mpg.de.
The Max Planck Society encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and is committed to promoting gender equality and diversity within its workforce.
Learn more about the Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine or the Max Planck Society at www.mpi-muenster.mpg.de.
