University Assistant (postdoc)

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University Assistant (postdoc)

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Job description: Offer DescriptionStart date/duration

• 01.10.2025
• for 4 years, possibility for a permanent position depending on requirement and performance evaluation

Job profile:Your tasks:

• Independent research activities in the field of pancreatic function and pancreatic pathognesis with a focus on the zebrafish model
• Independent organisation of courses and examinations in the fields of molecular biology, developmental biology and biomedicine
• Assistance in teaching in Bachelor’s and Master’s programmes; supervision of Bachelor’s and Master’s students, guidance of technical staff
• Collaboration in the organisation of courses, laboratory practicals and scientific events and participation in ongoing projects on the formation and regeneration of beta cells
• Participation in administrative and strategic tasks within the research group or institution as well as further qualification and participation in national and international specialist events

Your profile:

• Completed doctoral or PhD studies in the field of biology, molecular medicine or comparable life sciences
• Postdoctoral experience or relevant professional experience
• Proven research experience in the field of diabetes and/or pancreas research
• Proven experience in working with the model organism zebrafish, experience in the creation and application of genetic models is desirable
• Sound knowledge of imaging techniques in cell and developmental biology
• Publication activity in peer-reviewed journals and active participation in international conferences
• Experience in the acquisition and management of third-party funded projects (e.g. EU, FWF, state funding)
• Enjoy teaching and supervising young scientists
• Very good written and spoken German and English skills
• Team spirit, initiative, organisational talent and strong communication skills

Application:We are looking forward to receiving your online application.The full, legally binding call for application (in German) including the salary can be found here:The University of Innsbruck is committed to raising the quota of female employees and therefore explicitly welcomes applications from qualified female scientists. In the case of female underrepresentation women with equal qualifications will be given priority.In accordance with Austrian disability laws qualified people with special requirements are expressly encouraged to apply for jobs. For further information, please contact the Disability Officer for Academic Staff at .Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsAdditional InformationBenefitsWhat the University of Innsbruck offers:From a company pension scheme, to flexible working hours and child care facilities the University of Innsbruck offers its employees a wide range of benefits which is being continuously extended.Along with interesting oppurtunities for the participation in job-related and personal further education courses, and the succesful compatibility of career and family, employees can benefit from a large range of courses offered by the University Sports Institute (USI), the language courses offered by the ISI, the University Library and take advantage of the various canteens offering reasonably priced food.A summary of the benefits for University employees can be found here:Additional commentsThe University of Innsbruck as employerAre you looking for a new challenge? The University of Innsbruck is a place of study, research and employment for more than 31.000 people. As one of the largest employers in Tyrol the University offers a varied and exciting field of activity for its employees from very diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The University explicitly welcomes diversity and is committed to the principle of equal opportunity. It is a certified family-friendly workplace and received the award ‘Top workplace 2018’ from the Austrian business magazine ‘trend’.LanguagesAt the University of Innsbruck researchers from all over the world come together. Depending on the individual scientific community the language used may be German, English or another (if unanimously decided).Internal communication is in German. Therefore a basic knowledge of German or the willingness to acquire such knowledge is essential.Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Department of Molecular Biology Country Austria City Innsbruck Postal Code A-6020 Street Technikerstraße 25 GeofieldContact CityInnsbruck StreetTechnikerstraße 25 Postal CodeA-6020STATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

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Location: Innsbruck, Tirol

Job date: Wed, 02 Jul 2025 02:38:21 GMT

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