Postdoc position bei Universitätsklinikum Aachen AöR

As a tertiary and quaternary level provider of medical care, the University Hospital of RWTH Aachen combines patient-oriented medicine and care, teaching and research at an international level. The entire spectrum of medical care is provided through 36 specialist departments, 33 institutes and six interdisciplinary units. The co-location of patient care, research and teaching in a central building offers the best conditions for intensive interdisciplinary exchange and close clinical and scientific networking. Highly qualified teams of doctors, nurses and scientists work collaboratively to optimise the healthcare provision of our local, regional, national and international patients. Around 9,000 employees ensure that our care delivery is patient-oriented medicine and surpasses the highest quality standards. With 1,400 beds, the university hospital treats around 50,000 inpatient and 200,000 outpatient cases per year.

The Institute for Laboratory Animal Science offers a

Postdoc position (f/m/d)

The fulltime position (38,5 hours/week) starts as soon as possible and is funded until 30.06.2026.

The project

Horizon Europe Project: Smart 4D biodegradable metallic shape-shifting implants for dynamic tissue restoration (BIOMET4D)

Job description

Pre-clinical evaluation (in vitro and in vivo) of novel shape-morphing implants for dynamic tissue restoration using highly innovative metamaterials, 4D smart metallic actuators, and advanced multi-domain optimization tools.

• Evaluation of the potential clinical use of highly innovative muliple material self-expanding lattices made of Magnesium and Zinc for utilization in skin expansion
• Design, implementation and execution of preclinical in vitro and in vivo models for the evaluation of biocompatibility, device-performance and the investigation of further influences on tissue stimulation/differentiation
• Designing and performing proof-of-concept studies for novel biocompatible expansion devices
• Cell-culture related cytocompatibility and cytotoxicity testing
• Projectmanagement: Administration of the project and preparation of reports incl. presentation of data at project meetings
• Public relations with respect to the project
• Conceptualization and writing of peer-reviewed publications regarding the acquired data
• Preparing respective animal proposals
• Close, interdisciplinary cooperation with multinational project partner

Your profile

• University degree (Dipl. or Master) and successfully finished doctorate / PhD in life sciences (biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, molecular medicine, pharmacy, medicine or equivalent biomedical field of study)
• Strong background in translational and interdisciplinary research work involving biomaterials and/or bioengineering
• Documented experience with animal experimentation
• Documented experience / basic knowledge with capability of further development in cell culture work, light / fluorescent microscopy and molecular biological techniques
• Proficiency in written and spoken English (ideally also German)
• A track record of publishing in leading peer-reviewed journals is considered a distinct advantage
• Desirable
  • Experience in project management
  • Good German language skills (Level B2)
  • Sucessfully completed PhD thesis
• A high sense of responsibility with extraordinary commitment and dedication
• Flexibility and personal engagement
• The ability to work effectively independently and self-responsibly
• Team work and organizational skills
• The ability think divergently / interdisciplinary
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills

Why should you choose us?

• A performance-related salary in accordance with the provisions of the TV-L (EG 13)
• 30 days vacation/year for full-time employees
• Employees recruit employees for nursing care / bonus of 3,000 euros
• An attractive VBL company pension scheme
• Further education and training opportunities
• Flexible working hours with electronic time recording
• Attractive conditions for public transport
• A company kindergarten (places subject to availability)
• Staff residence (places subject to availability and by arrangement)
• An onboarding app for new employees
• Extended opening hours for our staff restaurant

This position is not gender specific.

The RWTH Aachen University Hospital promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Applications from women are expressly encouraged and if the applicant is suitable qualified, they will be given priority in a