PostDoc Tenor Track

Overview

Join to apply for the PostDoc Tenor Track role at Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology .

The Max Planck Institute for Marine Microbiology is a research institute of the Max Planck Society. It was founded in 1992 in the State of Bremen and employs around 200 staff members. In close collaboration with numerous university and non-university research institutions, we explore the diversity and function of microorganisms in the ocean and their interactions with their environment. Scientists from all over the world, engineers, technicians and administrative staff together make an important contribution to global marine and environmental research.

Position

Department of Symbiosis is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate (f/m/d) to investigate marine transmissible cancers.

Responsibilities

• Curate, analyse and interpret multi-omics data sets (i.e., genomics, transcriptomics, metagenomics, and environmental data integration).
• Apply state-of-the-art computational approaches to cancer evolution, microbiome and marine bivalves.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant subject with a solid computational background.
• Experience in curating, analysing and interpreting multi-omics data sets.
• Experience in microbial ecology, cancer genomics, or marine biology is an asset but not a prerequisite.
• Ability to manage complex datasets and contribute to manuscript preparation.
• Applicants should be fluent in English and have excellent scientific writing skills; able to work in an international and interdisciplinary team.

What we offer

The position is offered for two years with a possible extension depending on available funding. The salary is according to the German system for public employees up to E14 TVöD Bund. You will be part of a motivating and supportive research group. The MPI for Marine Microbiology provides access to state-of-the-art facilities, opportunities for professional development and networking.

Equality and data protection

The Max Planck Society strives for equality and diversity. We welcome applicants regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or disabilities. Personal data will be processed exclusively for the purpose of the selection procedure in accordance with applicable data protection regulations.

How to apply

Deadline is November 16, 2025. Applications for this position will only be accepted via our online application portal. For further information, contact Dr Alicia L Bruzos at For information about our institute, please visit .

Seniority level

• Internship

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

• Internet Publishing

We are looking forward to your application!

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