Work Area: Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Neurosurgical Research Laboratory

Job ID: 13902

Start Date: 01.02.2027

Work Scope: Full-time / 38,5 h
Contract Type: Permanent

Your tasks:

Position overview

We are seeking a highly motivated, distinguished senior researcher to lead our research laboratory. Core research focus:

Cerebrovascular malformations: Investigating molecular mechanisms, blood-brain barrier (BBB) integrity and neuroinflammation
Brain tumors (Neuro-Oncology): identify molecular targets for therapy, tumor microenvironments, cancer stem cells, targeted drug delivery, therapeutics resistance, and immunotherapy
Translational innovation: Developing patient-derived models (organoids, xenografts)

Key responsibilities

Strategic leadership: Define the laboratory's scientific vision and align research goals with clinical neurosurgical interests
Lab management: Oversee daily operations, budget allocation, safety compliance, and state-of-the-art equipment maintenance
Mentorship & training: Supervise and mentor post-doctoral fellows, doctoral students, technicians
Collaborative network: establish partnerships with internal and external scientists
Scientific dissemination: Publish high-impact peer-reviewed papers and present breakthroughs at major national and international conferences

Your profile

Diploma or Master degree and a PhD in biomedical sciences, or related fields in life science, oncology, molecular biology, or a closely related field
Experience and track record: Enriched research experience in neuro-oncology or vascular biology. Proven history of securing competitive research grants and publishing in top-tier peer-reviewed journals
Technical expertise: Advanced proficiency in cell culture, molecular cloning, imaging, gene techniques, and animal modelling
Skills: Exceptional leadership, budget management, and intercultural communication skills

Look forward to:

We offer a collaborative and supportive research environment with access to advanced core facilities, including imaging, genomics, and animal modeling resources
You’ll be part of a strong translational network connecting basic science with clinical neurosurgery as well as other in-house research groups, enabling meaningful research impact
The position includes dedicated lab space with personnel, technical support, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration
We support professional development through mentorship and participation in national and international scientific communities
You’ll join a diverse committed to innovation and excellence, with a flexible, balanced work environment that values both scientific achievement and well-being
A secure job in the public service of the state of NRW
Fair payment in accordance with the collective wage agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus payment and supplementary company pension scheme
30 days of vacation per calendar year (for a full-time position)
Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments
Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards
Family-friendly corporate culture, e.g. company daycare center, vacation program for school-age children, advice and support from the Employee Service Office in all life situations
Wide range of training and continuing education opportunities, e.g. at the Training Academy of UK Essen
Health management, e.g. company integration management, vaccinations, promotion of sports activities
Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. reduced-price canteen meals, community events, accommodation in student residences

General cooditions:

The pay grade classification depends on the personal and collective legal prerequisites.
The University Hospital Essen is an equal opportunity employer. Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply.
The participation in secondary employment depends on the „Hochschulnebentätigkeitsverordnung“ of North-Rhine Westphalia.
Disabled applicants will be preferentially considered in case of equivalent qualification.

Contact person and further information about the position:

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Senior Scientist (m/f/d) / 13902 / Neurochirurgie und Wirbelsäulenchirurgie - Forschungslabor