Postdoc in cellular immunology and metabolism

Published on: 24.02.2025

The University of Bonn is an international research university with a wide education and research profile. With a 200-year history, approximately 31,500 students, more than 6,000 staff, and an excellent reputation at home and abroad, the University of Bonn is one of the most important universities in Germany and is recognized as a university of excellence¹.

The group of Prof. Dr. Sven Burgdorf at the lab of Cellular Immunology of the LIMES Institute is looking to fill the following position as soon as possible, full time and on a fixed-term contract for 3.5 years:

Postdoc in cellular immunology and metabolism

The Life & Medical Sciences (LIMES) Institute

The Life & Medical Sciences (LIMES) Institute is an interdisciplinary institute for basic biomedical research, with a scientific focus on the regulation of metabolism and the immune system in health and disease.

Research background:

The main research interest of the Burgdorf group lies in the molecular and cell biological regulation of immune cell functionality by metabolic excess. In the project relevant for this position, we are specifically interested in the role of the soluble mannose receptor (MR) as driver of impaired whole-body metabolism, metaflammation and obesity. The working group is embedded in the DFG-funded cluster of excellence “ImmunoSensation2”. The position is available within the collaborative research center (CRC) 1454 “Metaflammation and Cellular Programming” funded by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG). For further information please refer to https://www.limes-institut-bonn.de/en/research/research-departments/unit-2/burgdorf-lab/burgdorf-lab-home/ and https://www.sfb1454-metaflammation.de/

Deadline:

31 March 2025

Reference number:

3.3/2025/13

Working time model:

Full time

Starting date:

earliest possible date

Duration:

limited to 3 years

Pay grade:

TV-L EG 13

Applications to:

burgdorf@uni-bonn.de

Application documents:

as 1 combined PDF file including cover letter
your CV and publication list
list of contacts for 3 references

Job Posting (pdf) ²

Your tasks

To investigate the role of the soluble MR in macrophage activation and the onset of inflammation and obesity
To analyze a direct influence of the MR on lipid metabolism in adipose tissue
To monitor the effect of soluble MR in the brain and its influence on stress responsiveness
To test therapeutic approaches to dampen MR-induced inflammation

We offer

A varied, challenging job with one of the largest employers in the region,
An international, stimulating, well-equipped working environment with an open and constructive atmosphere and the necessary infrastructure for high-quality research,
A professional career development program
participation in a university-wide pension system (VBL),
access to the extensive university sports program,
easy access to the public transport system due to the central location in Bonn as
well as the possibility to use inexpensive parking facilities,
Remuneration in accordance with TV-L pay grade 13.

Your profile

Applicants should hold a PhD or MD/PhD degree in immunology, biochemistry, cell biology, molecular biology or similar topics
Research background in cell biology, molecular biology, immunobiology and animal experimentation
Methodological experience in flow cytometry, cell signaling and animal handling
Good communication skills and fluency in English are essential
We expect a highly motivated and independently working candidate with a good publication track record and willingness to work in an international team
Interest to participate in teaching and supervision of undergraduate and graduate students.

Diversity and equal opportunity

The University of Bonn is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It is certified as a family-friendly university³. It aims to increase the proportion of women in areas where women are under-represented and to promote their careers in particular. It therefore strongly encourages women with relevant qualifications to apply. Applications will be handled in accordance with the Landesgleichstellungsgesetz (State Equality Act). Applications from suitable individuals with a certified serious disability and those of equal status are particularly welcome.

Contact

Prof. Dr. Sven Burgdorf

mail: burgdorf@uni-bonn.de