DZNE is a world-leading, internationally oriented center for cutting-edge research into diseases of the nervous system.

At 10 locations in Germany, around 1,200 employees are working together on new approaches to better understand and effectively combat diseases such as Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and ALS. 

That is our goal - maybe soon yours too? Become part of the DZNE and support us in realizing our research strategy!

Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) PRECISE

Code: 1484/2025/10

The Platform for Single Cell Genomics and Epigenomics (PRECISE) at the DZNE is looking for a full-time (39 hours per week) scientist working at PRECISE in the areas of next-generation sequencing, single-cell OMICS, and to support the technical and scientific directors. The position is available for an initial period of onee year with possible extension. The employment is intended to start in January 2025 or upon agreement. The main research interest of PRECISE lies in the establishment, application and improvement of single-cell OMICs methods in the areas of neurodegeneration and immunology. For more general information, please also visit the website of PRECISE https://www.dzne.de/forschung/precise/

Your role in detail

The successful candidate will work together with the PRECISE team and use the most advanced scOMICs methods (BD Rhapsody, 10X Genomics, Parse, SMART-Seq2, Flash-Seq, bulk RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq, ATAC-Seq) within the framework of our cooperative projects and your own research work. Scientific topics covered include basic immunology & neuroscience, human population studies and clinical samples from e.g. individuals suffering from neurodegenerative disease. The candidate is encouraged to further develop and implement methods in the areas of next-generation sequencing, single-cell OMICS, transcriptomics and genomics/epigenomics using material from animal models as well as human patients. The successful candidate will be involved in the establishment and improvement of single-cell RNA-Seq methods, in automation and process optimization and in the organization of the project workflow.

Your qualifications

• For this position, we are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented PostDoc, with knowledge in the field of molecular biology, genomics, transcriptomics or epigenomics, next generation sequencing, single-cell OMICs or process automation
• The applicant should hold a PhD or MD/PhD degree in molecular biomedicine, biology, immunology, neurobiology, biotechnology or similar topics
• Prior experience in single-cell OMICs, transcriptomics, molecular biology or high throughput sequencing techniques is desired
• Computer, statistical, and programming skills are advantageous.
• Advanced communication skills and very profound German or English language skills are required
• We expect a highly motivated and independently working candidate, and willingness to work in a diverse team with international scientists who is interested to participate in supervision of undergraduate and graduate students

For questions prior to your application, please contact office.systemmedizin@dzne.de 

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Application deadline

11.11.2025