Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) – Institute for Pharmacology and Toxicology

Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg - Medizinische Fakultät

39120 Magdeburg

Bewerbungsfrist: 2026-10-15

Overview

Postdoctoral Researcher positions in the Institute for Pharmacology and Toxicology at Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg (Faculty of Medicine). Two positions with complementary experimental and computational focuses in spatial transcriptomics of the nervous system.

Design, plan, and conduct spatial transcriptomics experiments on neural tissue samples
Analyze and interpret complex spatial and single-cell genomic datasets
Collaborate with neuroscientists, computational biologists, and clinicians within and outside the group
Present findings at lab meetings, seminars, and international conferences
Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed publication
Contribute to grant writing and mentoring of graduate/undergraduate students
Maintain rigorous documentation and adhere to good research and data management practices

A PhD (completed or close to completion) in Neuroscience, Molecular/Cell Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field
Demonstrated research productivity (peer-reviewed publications and/or preprints)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
For the experimental-focus position: Hands-on experience with molecular biology techniques (e.g., histology, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, RNA-seq library prep)
For the experimental-focus position: Experience with spatial transcriptomics platforms (e.g., Visium, MERFISH, Xenium, seqFISH) is highly desirable
For the computational-focus position: Strong programming skills (Python and/or R)
For the computational-focus position: Experience analyzing single-cell/single-nucleus RNA-seq or spatial transcriptomics data
For the computational-focus position: Familiarity with relevant packages/tools (e.g., Scanpy, Seurat, Squidpy, STUtility) and statistical/machine learning methods
For the computational-focus position: Experience with high-performance/cluster computing is a plus

Access to cutting-edge spatial transcriptomics and imaging technology
A collaborative, interdisciplinary, and supportive research environment
Funding and support to attend international conferences
Opportunities for career development, mentoring, and grant-writing training
Work and family in harmony: childcare may be available, subject to availability
Discounted public transportation through a job ticket
A diverse range of sports and relaxation activities as part of workplace health promotion program
Onboarding: orientation program with important information and training sessions

Salary: The salary group E 13 according to “Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder” awaits you
Appointment: Full-time position, with a workload of 2.5 years, starting on 2027/01/01
Work Location: Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg, Medizinische Fakultät, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg

A cover letter describing your research interests, relevant experience, and motivation for applying (max 1–2 pages)
A full CV, including a list of publications
Contact details for two–three references
Online application by E-Mail: bewerbung@med.ovgu.de - (Reference number: 601-2026)
By Post: Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg, Faculty of Medicine, Personnel Division - Recruiting, Reference number: 601-2026, Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg

For further questions, please contact Mrs. Dr. Julia Rödiger@julia.roediger@med.ovgu.de

If you have an international vocational or academic qualification, your application must be accompanied by a certificate evaluation from the Central Office for Foreign Education (KMK). If you do not yet have a certificate evaluation, you will need to apply for one if your application is successful.
The university is committed to diversity and equal opportunity and encourages applications from qualified women. Applications from persons with a certified serious disability will be given preferential consideration when equally suitable.