Postdoctoral research manager in pharmaceutical biology – Friedrich Alexander university
Your workplace
At the Chair of Pharmaceutical Biology at the Faculty of Sciences of Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), we develop new therapeutic approaches and biomaterials based on principles found in nature to better treat bacterial infections. We study the communication between bacteria and cells to discover new therapeutic strategies for inflammatory diseases.
Our research group currently consists of six doctoral and postdoctoral researchers, two scientists, two technical staff members, and a chair office (www.pharmbio.nat.fau.de)).
Our benefits
- Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus
- 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31
- Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme
- Advantages through short decision-making processes and lively scientific discussions
- Extensive expertise in successful grant acquisition (BMBF, VW Foundation, ERC Starting Grant)
- Interdisciplinary work in the field of modern pharmaceutical-biological research
- Comprehensive modernization and enhancement with new research equipment, including fully refurbished laboratories
- Mutual support and a harmonious personal atmosphere within the team
- Regular group activities such as canoe trips, museum visits, and New Year’s celebrations
- Offer to participate in one of FAU’s structured career development programs for individual professional growth
Your Tasks
- Conducting and supervising a practical lab course in the pharmacy degree program
- Imparting specialized knowledge and practical skills to students
- Mentoring and supporting students in their academic and scientific training
- Researching and analyzing current scientific literature
- Assisting in the preparation of manuscripts and scientific publications
- Developing and preparing grant proposals for securing external research funding
- Contributing to the development and enhancement of the research infrastructure of the group
Your Profile
- Completed scientific university degree (Master/Diploma [Univ.]) with a PhD in Pharmacy, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related field from a recognized institution
- Knowledge of literature research and data processing software (e.g., Endnote/Citavi, SigmaPlot)
- Ideally, experience in successful third-party funding acquisition
- Additional knowledge of extracellular vesicles, infection therapies, or biomaterials, or immunology is an advantage
- Experience in organizing and conducting practical courses in pharmacy or related subjects is desirable
- Proficiency in MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) and Corel software
- Very good English skills (at least C1 level) and good German skills (at least B2 level)
- Ability to work independently and a proactive attitude toward new projects
Supplementary description
If suitable, there is the possibility of continued employment.
Application deadline
2025-01-24
Job start date
2025-04-01
Payment
E13
Working time
part time
Weekly working hours
36,00
Working Time in Case of Part-Time
as agreed upon
Temporary Contract
yes
Period of Temporary Contract
12 Months
91058 Erlangen
Gregor Fuhrmann
gregor.fuhrmann@fau.de