The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. develops efficient analytical methods for health research. Thus, it contributes to the improvement of the prevention, early diagnosis, and therapy of diseases like cardiovascular diseases or cancer. Overall, the institute strives to advance precision medicine by combining knowledge from different fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine, pharmacology, and physics. ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states.
We invite applications for the Research Group Proteomics:
- Planning and performing proteome analyses as part of the joint project: MikrobiomProCheck – Establishment of clinical microbiome analyses
- Continuous further development of existing methods and procedures for sample processing and quantitative proteome analysis for use in the joint project
- Documentation of laboratory work
- Cooperation with other project partners and regular presentation of results
- Degree in a natural science field (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics) or comparable qualification
- Experience in a laboratory environment, ideally in the field of bioanalytics
- Knowledge of mass spectrometry-based proteome research, planning and conducting experiments, in particular the interpretation of measurement data.
- Strong communication skills, organizational talent, and a solution-oriented approach to work
- Confident use of MS Office
- Willingness to travel on business
- Very good written and spoken English; German is an advantage
- Scientific development opportunities in an international cooperative, interdisciplinary research environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team
- Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure
- The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops
- A wide range of opportunities for further training and qualifications
- Flexible working times, mobile working and attractive social benefits
- Support in finding balance between work and family life (including finding childcare facilities, advice on caring for relatives) through a family service
- Workplace health promotion and support for participation in TU Dortmund University sports activities
Non-residents who apply for this job will receive help from the institute to find accommodation and to handle authorities. Applications from disabled applicants are welcome. ISAS supports the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and therefore particularly encourages women to apply.
The full-time post is available immediately and is a fixed-term role, running until 31 December 2028, due to the nature of the project. The salary will be according to the German TV-L and falls within the pay group 13. The time limitation of the contract is based on the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).
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The closing date for applications is August 19, 2026. Please apply via our applicant portal. If you have any questions (reference number 413_2026), feel free to contact the Human Resources team (). Further information about the institute can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en.
