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) axon growth and regeneration
Code: 1500/2025/12
Your role in detail
You will address questions related to axon growth and regeneration, by investigating mechanisms that contribute to developmental growth process of neurons and how these can be used to elicit regeneration in pathological conditions. What are the cellular and molecular mechanism nerve cells deploying to grow during development? And can these processes be reactivated so that damaged nerve cells regenerate after a spinal cord injury? These are the key research topics of our lab.
Based on previous results and expertise of our group you will develop your own research projects and profile. You will explore and establish state-of-the-art cell culture, in vivo and microscope techniques to perform the experiments and analyse your data.
Your qualifications
- You hold a PhD in neuroscience, (bio)medical sciences, biology or in a related field
- Strong background in neuroscience as well as advanced statistics and novel microscope methods to design your project and analyse your data
- Experience in animal work as well as neuroscience methods like primary cell culture, in vivo surgeries, immunostaining of cells and tissue, genetic engineering of neurons by vector design and cloning, virus-based infection techniques, light-based manipulation of neuronal activity, and electrophysiology
- High degree of independence in conducting experiments, processing data and presenting results
- Outstanding analytical and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team-oriented environment
- A track record of publishing high quality scientific articles
- Experience in teaching and supervising students of different levels (Bachelor, Master, PhD)
- Proficiency in spoken and written English is required
For questions regarding the advertised position, please contact Dr. Sina Stern (Tel + 49 228 43302 591).
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
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
Kita cooperation
Employees have the opportunity to apply for a place at a daycare through our daycare cooperation program
Personalised Onboarding
For a good start to your new professional challenge
Family-conscious corporate culture
Because we know that familie is important, we support you with our family service
Remuneration and conditions according to TVöD-Bund
Including annual special payment, capital-forming benefits and VBL supplementary pension scheme
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
A feel-good working environment
Our Bonn employees enjoy a campus surrounded by greenery, with on-site parking and public transport connections as well our company restaurant
Mobile working
We support mobile work so that you can be productive while working from home
Site
BonnApplication deadline
31.01.2026
You will obtain special skills and knowledge for your scientific qualification during your activities at DZNE. The DZNE is an equal opportunity employer. It is committed to employing disabled individuals and especially encourages them to apply.
