University Assistant (postdoc)

Job Description:

Postdoctoral fellow position to study B cell physiology in Innsbruck

Context

In the ”humoral immunity” group at the IBA institute of the University of Innsbruck, we are investigating the mechanisms controlling typical B cell development and function in young adult organisms as well as the changes in the latter processes leading to the reshaping of B cell physiology with age.

Project/offer

In the context of an accepted competitive funding, you will be studying the contribution of miRNA-mediated regulation of protein synthesis to B cell responses in mice. The investigations will be carried out employing state-of-the-art tools, including conditional gene targeting, multi-color flow cytometry and cell sorting, present at the IBA, a major aging research center in Austria. Progress will be discussed regularly at internal meetings as well as publicized at conferences and in articles. You will also participate in teaching and mentoring students. The 3-year position comes with a salary before taxes of EUR 4933 /month (14 months). You will be part of a multidisciplinary institute, at the heart of the Alps, fostering interactions with other groups notably investigating cell metabolism and human immune cells. A start date from as early as mid of April 2025 is possible.

Profile

You should hold a doctorate or PhD in life sciences, e.g., biology, molecular biology, cell biology, immunology, immunobiology or molecular medicine. Fundamental knowledge of and experience in immunology and mouse work are expected. Hands-on experience with methods in molecular biology or biochemistry is welcomed.You are dynamic, flexible, like to take initiative and enjoy teamwork as well as transmitting knowledge. Proficiency in English and German (oral and written) is a must.

Euraxess:

https://euraxess.ec.europa.eu/platforms/jobs/139/BIO-14953

The description associated with this job duties and requirements can be found at:

https://www.uibk.ac.at/personalabteilung/wissenschaftliches_personal/profile-wiss-personal/post-doc.html

Our offer:

With us, you can expect exciting tasks, flexible working hours, a family-friendly working environment, attractive training and development opportunities, a paid lunch break, a meal allowance and much more!

https://www.uibk.ac.at/en/career/additional-benefits/

Application:

09.04.2025 stating the code BIO-14953

Contact:

The University of Innsbruck emphasizes equal opportunities and diversity in its personnel policy.

The University of Innsbruck strives to increase the percentage of women and thus expressly encourages women to apply. This is particularely true for leading positions and scientific job offers. In case of underrepresentation women with the same qualifications will be given priority.

Following Austrian disability legislation, qualified persons are strongly encouraged to apply.