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Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/x) - Molecular Radiation Biology and Genome Stability
Job Description
Req ID:  2644
Place of work:  Köln
Starting date:  01.11.2025
Career level:  Experienced professionals, Graduates
Type of employment:  Part time, Full-time
Duration of contract:  31.10.2028

Remuneration: Remuneration is in accordance with the Collective Agreement for the Public Sector - Federal Government (TVöD-Bund)

Enter the fascinating world of the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt e. V.; DLR) and help shape the future through research and innovation! We offer an exciting and inspiring working environment driven by the expertise and curiosity of our 11,000 employees from 100 nations and our unique infrastructure. Together, we develop sustainable technologies and thus contribute to finding solutions to global challenges. Would you like to join us in addressing this major future challenge? Then this is your place!

The DLR Institute of Aerospace Medicine conducts interdisciplinary research focused on protecting and enhancing human health and performance in extreme environments – in space, aviation, and on Earth.

About the position

The Radiation Biology Department is dedicated to investigating the biological effects of ionizing radiation and developing protection strategies for space and aviation. In a dynamic scientific environment, we study the molecular mechanisms of the DNA damage response, particularly in relation to X-ray and space radiation.
To strengthen our team, we are seeking a committed postdoctoral researcher (f/m/d) with a PhD in Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.

 

Your tasks

  • Conduct functional genetic screens (CRISPR/Cas9) to analyze DNA repair pathways
  • Carry out radiation biology experiments both at the institute and at international heavy-ion accelerator facilities (e.g., GSI, HIMAC, GANIL)
  • Present results at international conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals
  • Contribute actively to third-party funding proposals
  • Supervise students and doctoral researchers in experimental work

 

Your qualifications

  • Experience with cell culture, genetic modification of cell lines, proteomics, and modern microscopy methods

We offer

DLR stands for diversity, appreciation and equality for all people. We promote independent work and the individual development of our employees both personally and professionally. To this end, we offer numerous training and development opportunities. Equal opportunities are of particular importance to us, which is why we want to increase the proportion of women in science and management in particular. Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if they are qualified.

We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position (Vacancy-ID 2644) please contact:

Thomas Berger 
Tel.: +49 2203 601 3135 
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