Your role in cutting edge research

DZNE is a world-leading, internationally oriented center for cutting edge
research on neurodegenerative diseases.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Researcher to
develop new algorithms for multi-omics data integration. Working at the
intersection of data science and neuroepigenetics, our research aims to unravel
the complex mechanisms underlying brain cell function and neurodegenerative
diseases. The group is committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative
research environment and works with large-scale imaging and sequencing datasets.

Postdoc Bioinformatics/Research Software Engineer (f/m/x)

1515/2026/1

Your role in detail

We offer a 2-year postdoctoral position with system administration
responsibilities, with the possibility of extension. The scientific component
of the position focuses on the bioinformatics analysis of next-generation
sequencing (NGS) and single-cell multi-omics data in the context of
neuroepigenetics. The successful candidate is expected to contribute to all
aspects of research, ranging from project design and workflow development to
data analysis and publication.

In addition, the position includes responsibility for the daily maintenance
and user support of the institute’s IT infrastructure, as well as long-term
planning of servers, storage, backup solutions and high-performance computing
systems for a research institute generating and analyzing large volumes of
imaging and sequencing data.

Your responsibilities include:


- Development and maintenance of bioinformatics workflows for NGS data
analysis
- Exploratory data analysis of large-scale genomic datasets
- Design and execution of independent research projects at the interface of
data science and neuroepigenetics
- Contribution to scientific publications and presentations
- IT support for scientific and non-scientific users
- Maintenance and long-term planning of IT infrastructure, including servers,
storage, backup solutions and high-performance computing

Your profile in cutting edge research


- Strong programming skills, for example in Python and/or R
- Experience in system administration
- Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing and/or single-cell ATAC
sequencing data analysis
- Experience with bulk epigenomic data, such as WGBS, RRBS, ChIP-seq or
CUT&Tag
- A high degree of self-motivation, strong communication skills and
professional competence
- Strong written and spoken English skills, as well as good working knowledge
of German

Your benefits


- Focus on Development: Training programmes tailored to your individual needs
and annual HR-development meetings for concrete prospects and potential
development
- Family-conscious corporate culture: Because we know that familie is
important, we support you with our family service
- Health promotion: Through our extensive range of company health programmes,
in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund
- Innovation and internationality: A forward-looking infrastructure, modern
laboratory and office equipment, software tools and the opportunity for
international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations
- Work-life balance: We reconcile work and private life with flexible working
hours, 30 days' holiday (On top free on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve) and
subsidised job/ Germany ticket options
- Personalised Onboarding: For a good start to your new professional challenge

Your application

Excellence in research thrives on diverse perspectives and experiences. We
stand for a respectful and open culture. We promote equal opportunities, remove
barriers, and welcome applications from people across all dimensions of
diversity. Applicants with disabilities will be given priority in the case of
equal suitability.

Please submit your application as a single PDF inlcuding


- A cover letter describing your motivation and how this position aligns with
your career goals.
- A curriculum vitae, including a list of publications where applicable.
- Two academic references
- Copies of relevant academic transcripts or certificates.

In case of questions regarding the please contact Nicole Exner
(0049-89-4400-46550).

Please submit your application via: https://jobs.dzne.de/en/jobs/101578/form