Founded in 1607, Justus Liebig University Giessen (JLU) is a research university rich in tradition. Inspired by curiosity about the unknown, we enable around 25,000 students and 5,800 employees to advance science for society. Join us in breaking new ground and writing success stories - your own and those of our university.
Support us starting immediately in full-time as a
Postdoc (m/f/d) in the field of T-Cell Biology
Our research group focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying T-cell development and function. Our work spans a broad range of topics, from metabolic regulation and
The position is to be filled on a fixed-term basis in accordance with § 2 WissZeitVG and § 72 HessHG with the opportunity for own academic qualification at the Chair of Molecular Immunology at the Faculty of Biology and Chemistry. The salary is in accordance with the collective labour agreement of the State of Hessen (E 13 TV-H).
As long as the maximum permissible duration of a fixed-term contract is not exceeded, you will be employed for a period of 3 years. An extension of up to 3 additional years is possible under these conditions.
Our research group focuses on the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying T-cell development and function. Our work spans a broad range of topics, from metabolic regulation and cell-cycle dynamics to post-transcriptional gene regulation in conventional and unconventional T cells.
Your tasks at a glance
- Develop your own independent research profile in the field of T cell biology
- Pursue your scientific and academic teaching qualifications and contribute to research and teaching in accordance with § 72 HessHG
- Take on teaching responsibilities as stipulated by the teaching regulations of the State of Hessen
- Secure your own third-party funding and contribute to the research environment with competitive grant applications
Your qualifications and competences
- A completed university degree and a relevant PhD in Immunology or a closely related discipline
- Research experience in T cell biology, ideally complemented by expertise in RNA biology, metabolic regulation, or cell-cycle control
- A high level of independence, strong sense of responsibility, and an ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
- Excellent command of English
- Qualification to conduct animal experiments
Our offer to you
- The opportunity to establish your own research profile with the option to pursue your habilitation
- Structured mentoring and career development support through the Postdoc Career and Mentoring Office and the Giessen Graduate Centre for the Life Sciences (GGL)
- Free use of local public transport (LandesTicket Hessen)
- More than 100 training seminars, workshops and e-learning opportunities per year for personal development, as well as a wide range of health and sports activities
- Remuneration according to TV-H, company pension scheme, child allowance and special payments
- Good compatibility of family and career (certificate "audit familiengerechte hochschule")
JLU welcomes qualified applications regardless of biological and social gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, age as well as personal orientation and identity. The JLU aims for a higher proportion of women in accordance with the women's promotion plan. We therefore particularly encourage qualified female candidates to apply. JLU is certified as a family-friendly university. According to the Hessian Equal Rights Act, a division of the position into two part-time positions with 50% of the regular working hours is generally possible. Applications from disabled people of equal aptitude will be given preference.
You want to break new ground with us?
Apply via our online formby January 15 th , 2026, indicating reference number 596/08. Please provide the names of two references as well as a list publications. We look forward to receiving your application.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact Prof. Dr. Andreas Krueger by e-mail (andreas.krueger(at)uni-giessen.de).
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