Summary
The Institute of Biochemistry at the University of Lübeck is inviting applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate (m/f/d) position funded by the Volkswagen Foundation (VW Foundation). The project focuses on the structure-based development of antiviral drugs against the hepatitis E virus using structural biology techniques, primarily X-ray crystallography and cryo-electron microscopy. This collaborative initiative brings together researchers from the Universities of Lübeck, Frankfurt, Bochum, and the Fraunhofer Institute for Translational Medicine and Pharmacology.
Postdoctoral Research Associate Position at Universität zu Lübeck, Germany
Designation
Research Associate / Postdoc (m/f/d)
Key Information Overview
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Job Advertisement ID | 1038/26 |
| Institution | Universität zu Lübeck |
| Institute / Department | Institute of Biochemistry (Director: Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Krey) |
| Position Type | Full-time (100% – 38.7 hours/week) |
| Salary Group | TV-L EG 13 |
| Contract Duration | 2 Years (Limited until 31.12.2028) |
| Start Date | January 1, 2027 |
| Application Deadline | August 12, 2026 |
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Research Area
- Structural Biology & Biophysics: X-ray crystallography, protein crystallography, cryo-electron microscopy (cryo-EM).
- Translational Virology & Drug Design: Structure-based development of antiviral therapies targeting the Hepatitis E virus, protein-inhibitor identification, and in silico modeling.
Location
Institute of Biochemistry, Universität zu Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany.
Eligibility / Qualifications
- Education: Ph.D. in the natural sciences, preferably in Biochemistry, Life Sciences, Chemistry, or Biology.
- Technical Expertise:
- Practical and theoretical expertise in protein production, purification, and crystallization.
- Solid practical and theoretical knowledge in X-ray crystallographic structure determination of proteins.
- Language Skills: Fluency in spoken and written English.
- Soft Skills:
- Ability and enthusiasm to work both independently and collaboratively in an interdisciplinary, international team.
- High motivation to present research findings at international conferences.
- Strong creative and problem-solving skills.
Job Description / Tasks
- Recombinant production, purification, and crystallization of target proteins.
- X-ray crystallographic analysis of protein crystals, including data collection, processing, and structure determination.
- Identification and evaluation of potential inhibitors using structural biology and in silico approaches.
- Oral and written presentation of research outputs, including publications and conference proceedings.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted electronically through the Universität zu Lübeck Online Application Form.
For further inquiries regarding the position, you may contact:
- Contact Person: Prof. Dr. Thomas Krey
- Phone: +49 451 / 3101 3100
Last Date for Apply
August 12, 2026
