Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in Miniaturized and Multiplexed Metabolic Sensor Development

With more than 16,000 students and 3,800 employees, the Technische Universität Braunschweig is one of Germany’s leading institutes of technology. It stands for strategic and performance-oriented thinking and acting, relevant research, committed teaching, and the successful transfer of knowledge and technologies to the economy and society. We consistently advocate for family friendliness and equal opportunities.

Our research focuses are engineering for health, metrology, mobility, and city of the future. Strong engineering and natural sciences are our core disciplines. These are closely interconnected with economics, social and educational sciences and humanities.

Our campus is located in the midst of one of the most research-intensive regions in Europe. We work successfully together with over 20 research institutions in our neighborhood as we do with our international partner universities.

Starting from September 1^st or as soon as possible thereafter, we are looking for a

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) in Miniaturized and Multiplexed Metabolic Sensor Development

(EG 13 TV-L, 100%)

The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis for a period of 12 months. Highly successful researchers may be offered an extension opportunity at one of the collaborating universities, Tel Aviv University or KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

The research: The MetMap3D project is aimed at spatial and temporal mapping of organoid metabolism. As part of this position, your task (with support from our cleanroom technicians) will be to develop a miniaturized and multiplexed electrochemical glucose sensing probe with sufficient sensitivity, selectivity, and biocompatibility for the application. The project is a collaborative effort with Prof. Ben Maoz’s group at Tel Aviv University, where a Ph.D. student is developing the microfluidic platform for organoid culture.

About us: We are a highly interdisciplinary, dynamic, and international team with the goal of solving life science challenges using microsystems tools. The group is based at the Center of Pharmaceutical Engineering (PVZ), where research focuses on inexpensive, tailor-made medicines and medical devices. It brings together around 100 scientists from diverse institutes & disciplines across the region in a state-of-the-art, collaborative environment – including around 10 researchers from our Institute of Microtechnology (IMT).

Your tasks

• You will carry out research on the MetMap3D project
• You will lead, as well as contribute to, applications for additional personal and project funding
• You will publish research findings and participate in national and international conferences
• You will be involved in teaching at the University (preparation and implementation of courses, supervision of students’ work) as well as operational activities at PVZ and IMT

Your Qualifications

• Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in a related field such as biomedical/chemical/electrical/mechanical engineering, chemistry, physics, materials science, …
• Substantial practical experience with electrochemical sensors and/or cleanroom microfabrication
• Interest also in interdisciplinary and collaborative work to combine microtechnology with biology
• Exceptional drive, organizational skills, ability to work independently, and collaborative spirit
• Strong communication skills, as well as fluency in oral & written English (German optional)

We offer

• Work on exciting future-oriented research topics in an inspiring work environment as part of the university community
• A vibrant campus life in an international atmosphere with lots of intercultural offers and international cooperations
• Pay in accordance with the collective agreement TV-L (for this position at E13 100% and depending on recognition of pre-doctoral experience starting around € 55 500 to € 61 500 (gross) / year, including a special payment at the end of the year as well as a supplementary benefit in the form of a company pension, comparable to a company pension in the private sector) including 30 days’ vacation per year
• Flexible working and part-time options and a family-friendly university culture, awarded the “Family-friendly university” audit since 2007
• Special continuing education programs for young scientists, a postdoc program, as well as other offerings from the Central Personnel Development Department and sports activities.

Further notes

We welcome applicants of all nationalities. At the same time, we encourage people with severe disabilities to apply. Applications from severely disabled persons will be given preference if they are equally qualified. Please attach a proof of disability to your application. We are also working on the fulfilment of the Central Equality Plan based on the Lower Saxony Equal Rights Act (Niedersächsisches Gleichberechtigungs-gesetz—NGG) and strive to reduce under-representation in all areas and positions as defined by the NGG. Therefore, applications from women are particularly welcome in this case.

The personal data will be stored for the purpose of processing the application. By submitting your application, you agree that your data may be stored and processed electronically for application purposes in compliance with the provisions of data protection law. Further information on data protection can be found in our data protection regulations at www.tu-braunschweig.de/datenschutzerklaerung-bewerbungen. Application costs cannot be reimbursed.

Deadline for applications is July 27

Are you interested? Please send your application, preferably via email, to Dr. Thomas E Winkler (thomas.winkler@tu-braunschweig.de) with “app-MM” in the subject line, as a single PDF file including:

• a motivation letter (max. 2 pages) on why you are interested in this specific position, and why you are the right person to fill it
• your strongest and/or most relevant research paper, including a short note why you selected it, and what specifically you contributed to the paper
• a full curriculum vitae, including contact details for at least 2 references

Mailed applications are also accepted care of Sabine Kral-Aulich, Institut für Mikrotechnik, Alte Salzdahlumer Straße 203, D-38124 Braunschweig, Germany.

from: 25.06.2024
valid until: 27.07.2024