Postdoc Biochemistry, Biology, Physics - NMR Spectrocscopy (m/w/d)

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Job description

The Leibniz Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. is a research institute dedicated to the development and improvement of analytical methods and tools for health research and related fields. The ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states.

In the NMR Group in Dortmund we invite applications for a
Post-doctoral position / Scientist (m/f/d).
The laboratory is interested in the metabolomics/lipodomics description of biological systems, both model systems based on cell-culture and patient derived tissue samples. NMR spectroscopy, fluorescence microscopy and expression analysis are the major methods employed in the work, however cooperation with mass spectrometric groups at the ISAS should also be strived for.
Running and maintaining a 600 MHz NMR spectrometer.
Conceptual planning of new NMR experiments.
Evaluation and interpretation of large data sets of metabolites/lipids.
Development of suitable statistical methods for data evaluation.
Supervision and assistance of experiments with internal and external
cooperating/collaborating partners.
Presentation and publication of the research results as well as obtaining third party funding.
Applying for third party grants.

PhD in Lifescience (Biochemistry , Biology or related) or Physics/ Chemistry with strong interests in Lifescience
Advanced experience in NMR spectroscopy and/ or HR-MAS-NMR
Strong interest in metabolomics/lipidomics
English (advanced), knowledge of German can be an advantage
Knowledge in Cell-culture/ 3D cell culture is eligible
The ability to work both independently and as a team member is an advantage
Excellent communication skills are preferable

Scientific development opportunities in an international cooperative, interdisciplinary research environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team.
Duration 3 years
Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure.
The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops.