Job Description

The

Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI)

in Jena is a federal and state government-funded research institute and member of the Leibniz Association (Leibniz-Gemeinschaft). FLI’ s internationally visible and highly competitive research is focused on understanding the mechanisms of aging and associated age-related diseases. Scientists from over 40 countries are currently investigating the molecular mechanisms of aging and the occurrence of age-related diseases. Our aim is to create the basis for new approaches in medicine as a way to improve the health of the elderly (www.leibniz-fli.de).



The

Research Group led by Prof. Claudia Waskow

at FLI is looking for a highly motivated and talented

Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/x)

to

support and develop a project on hematopoietic stem cell homeostasis

and its impact on altered immune cell output over life time. We plan to employ inflammatory challenges and will

combine experimental animal models with studies on human cells to translate principles and mechanisms

to explore the interdependence between immunity, hematopoiesis and aging aiming at a deeper understanding of sequela.

Postdoc (m/f/x)

Immunology of Aging

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Research focus of the Lab:

The Waskow Research Group strives at understanding regulatory mechanisms in blood cell regeneration at different ages and aims to characterize how stem and progenitor cell fate and function is altered between steady state and inflammatory conditions. We further explore how homeostasis of immune cell populations – embryonic macrophages are at the center of our attention – contribute to organismal aging.

Your tasks:

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+ Designing and perform

experimental studies

using animal models and human cells
+

Planning and conducting

animal experiments
+

Analyzing, document and presenting

experimental data and results
+ Actively participate in

scientific discussions and team meetings

+ Taking over

project responsibility

+ Collaborating closely within an

interdisciplinary research team

+ and a sincere

interest in analysis of large scale data

- we can provide guidance

Your qualifications:

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+ University degree (PhD, M.D., or equivalent) in b

iology, life sciences, or biomedicine

+ Strong motivation and a

genuine interest

in

stem cell biology

,

hematopoiesis

, and

immunobiology

+ At least

basic experience in bioinformatic analysis

(bulk RNAseq, scRNAseq, proteome)
+

Excellent teamwork and communication skills

+ Solid experience with

flow cytometry

and fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS)
+

FELASA certification

and hands-on experience in

planning and conducting animal experiments

+

B2 Level

in German language is advantageous


If you enjoy

experimental science

, love to

discuss your findings and cherish working in a

collaborative research team - you might just be the person we're looking for!

We offer:

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+ You will become part of a world-leading research institute dedicated to the biology of aging and have the opportunity to join a very well-equipped Lab with an international team and the focus on immunobiology
+ You will have access to multiple state-of-the-art facilities. Our work is embedded in the Beutenberg Campus, an interdisciplinary base for innovative research.
+ The offered position is integrated in the FLI PostDoc Network. The Network promoFutes interdisciplinary collaborations involving clinician scientists, basic scientists, and bioinformaticians and supports career development and postdoctoral training courses.
+ The contract conditions and the salary will be according to the collective labor agreement for public service employees of the federal states of Germany (TV-L E13)
+ Furthermore, we offer flexible working time, a family friendly working environment that provides a healthy work-life balance, company health management including support for child care solutions and dual career options.

Application:

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Please apply online through the FLI application portal by 31.12.2025.

FLI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity. It aims to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups in case of equal suitability. All qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law will receive consideration for employment.