The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. develops efficient analytical methods for health research. Thus, it contributes to the improvement of the prevention, early diagnosis, and therapy of diseases like cardiovascular diseases or cancer. Overall, the institute strives to advance precision medicine by combining knowledge from different fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine, pharmacology, and physics. ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states.
At our location in Dortmund, we invite applications for a
Scientist / Postdoc (m/f/d): Bioimaging
You will be responsible for:
- Developing new measurement strategies to identify new therapeutic approaches to modulate angiogenic processes in inflammatory contexts
- Planning and carrying out own independent research projects
- Planning and independent execution of experiments
- Independent data processing and evaluation
- Supervision of doctoral, bachelor and master students
- Preparation and submission of third-party funding applications
- Preparation of applications for ethical approvals
- Identifying new cooperation partners and planning cooperation projects
- Coordination of sample transfers with cooperation partners
Your profile:
- University degree (Ph.D., Dr.rer.nat., or similar) in Biology, Biochemistry or Biotechnology
- Relevant professional experience in the field of osteoimmunology (osteoporosis and/or rheumatoid arthritis)
- Practical experience and authorization to carry out animal experiments (EU field of activity A, formerly FELASA B, or higher)
- Comprehensive practical experience with flow cytometry and cell sorting approaches (preferably spectral flow cytometry)
- Practical experience in the preparation of fluorescent biological samples and imaging
- Expertise in the field of osteoimmunology
- Experience in the field of (spectral) flow cytometry
- Experience with imaging techniques such as confocal laser scanning microscopy
- Experience in cell culture and mouse models
- Practical experience in supervision of students
- Very good German and English language skills
- Scientific development opportunities in an international cooperative, interdisciplinary research environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team
- Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure
- The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops
- A wide range of opportunities for further training and qualifications
- Flexible working times, mobile working and attractive social benefits
- Support in finding balance between work and family life (including finding childcare facilities, advice on caring for relatives) through a family service
- Workplace health promotion and support for participation in TU Dortmund University sports activities
The full-time position is available after August 1, 2025. It is fixed-termed and offered for three years. The position is generally suitable for part-time. The salary will be according to the German TV-L. The time limitation of the contract is based on the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).
Non-residents who apply for this job will receive help from the institute to find accommodation and to handle authorities.
ISAS supports the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and therefore particularly encourages women to apply. Applications from disabled applicants are welcome.
ISAS collects and processes the personal data of its applicants in accordance with European and German legal regulations. Further information on data protection and the processing of personal data can be found at https://www.isas.de/en/datenschutz.
The closing date for applications is July 11, 2025. Please apply via our applicant portal. If you have any questions (reference number 355_2025), feel free to contact the Human Resources team (bewerbungen@isas.de). Further information about the institute can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en.
