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 (m/f/x) Molecular and Cellular Neurobiology

Code: 1494/2025/11

We are looking for you to join us full-time or part-time (at least 50%) for a Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x) position, initially limited to one year.”

 

Your role in detail

  • Independent planning and execution of projects
  • Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams
  • Willingness to support early-career researchers and to engage in knowledge exchange

Your qualifications

  • In-depth, proven expertise in molecular and cellular neurobiology.
  • Advanced knowledge in the cultivation of neuronal and glial cells, including primary mouse cells and cells derived from human iPS cells.
  • Solid experience in mouse behavior studies (behavioral and endpoint analyses, reproducibility, standardized tests).
  • Advanced skills in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data (RNA-seq), including the use of common bioinformatics tools and pipelines, as well as methods for quality control, differential expression, and integrative analyses.
  • Proven expertise in non-coding RNA (ncRNA) biology and epigenetics within the neurosciences.
  • Desirable: experience with animal models beyond basic requirements and strong ethical compliance.
  • Desirable: mentoring/coaching experience, team leadership, or project coordination.

 

What our employees value

  Innovation and internationality

A forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations

  Work-life balance

We reconcile work and private life with flexible working hours, 30 days' holiday (On top free on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) and subsidised job/ Germany ticket options

  Family-conscious corporate culture

Because we know that familie is important, we support you with our family service

  Focus on Development

Training programmes tailored to your individual needs and annual HR-development meetings for concrete prospects and potential development

  Health promotion

Through our extensive range of company health programmes, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund

  Personalised Onboarding

For a good start to your new professional challenge

  Remuneration and conditions according to TVöD-Bund

Including annual special payment, capital-forming benefits and VBL supplementary pension scheme

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Site

Göttingen

Application deadline

22.12.2025

The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. It is committed to employing disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply.


 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
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