Cell biologist (Postdoc position) (f/m/d) - Cell culture research in tissue engineering -
The Department of Dental Materials and Biomaterials Research (ZWBF) is looking for a
Operational area: Department of Dental Materials and Biomaterials Research (ZWBF)
Working hours: Full-time 100% (currently 38,5 hours/week)
Duration/Term of employment: till 31.03.2028 with option of prolongation
Start date: as soon as possible
Remuneration/Rates: EG 13 (TV-L)
The team at the Department of Dental Materials and Biomaterials Research conducts research in the field of 3D tissue engineering. The work focuses on the development of new types of 3D tissue models. Novel biofabrication methods such as 3D bioprinting are used in the production process. Tailor-made hydrogels serve as matrices for the cells. The in vitro models can be used to investigate as yet unexplained physiological and pathological mechanisms. Such 3D models are also used to screen new drug candidates. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the topic, scientists from various disciplines work together in our team on a transdisciplinary basis.
Why you should choose us?
We offer…
- 30 days of vacation per year for full-time employment
- A bonus of 3,000 euros for employees who help recruit employees in the care sector
- An attractive company pension scheme from VBL
- Education opportunities, including updating and upgrading
- Access to public transport
- In-house kindergarten (places subject to availability)
- Staff residences (places subject to availability and by arrangement)
- An onboarding app for new employees
- Extended opening hours in the staff restaurant
Your tasks:
You will work in an S1 cell culture laboratory. Your role will involve developing novel in vitro 3D tissue models. To do this, you will apply various biofabrication methods, particularly bioprinting techniques. You will synthesize suitable hydrogels and hydrogel blends, and characterize their biological, rheological, microstructural, and mechanical behavior. The aim is to adjust the properties of the gel blends so that they mimic the extracellular matrix of the target tissue. These novel in vitro models will be used to investigate physiological and pathological processes which are not yet fully understood. Such tissue models can also be used as pre-screening platforms for novel drugs, particularly in tumor research. This can help to reduce the number of animal experiments required. Due to the complex transdisciplinary research focus of our group, you will interact closely with colleagues of our team from other scientific backgrounds, such as bioengineers, biotechnologists and materials scientists.
Your profile:
- Completed Master's degree in cell biology, biotechnology or similar
- Completed doctorate in the field of tissue engineering
- At least three years of practical experience in an S1 cell culture laboratory
- A very good command of written and spoken German and English (Level C1)
- Be able to carry out research projects successfully and with scientific depth
- A high degree of determination and resilience
- Excellent team player
Application:
The application deadline for the advertised position GB-P-52411 is 19.09.2025.
Contact:
University Hospital of the RWTH Aachen, Clinic for Dental Prosthetics and Biomaterials, Centre for Implantology, Univ.-Prof. Dr. med. dent. Stefan Wolfart, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074 Aachen.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Univ.- Prof. Dr.-Ing. Horst Fischer, Department of Dental Materials and Biomaterials Research (ZWBF)
E-Mail: hfischer@ukaachen.de
Phone.: +49 (0)241 80 80935
We look forward to receiving your application!
This job advertisement is aimed at all genders.
The RWTH Aachen University Hospital promotes equal opportunity and diversity. Applications from women are expressly sought and, in accordance with relevant laws, will be treated preferentially.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities and they will be given priority if they are equally suitable.
Employment at a fraction less than the weekly full-time working hours stated above is generally possible.
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