Postdoctoral position in Computational Biology (f/m/x) Wiss2603-02 | Institute for Biological P[...]

Postdoctoral position in Computational Biology (f/m/x) Wiss | Institute for Biological Physics & CRC 1310

University of Cologne, a leading university in Europe, is searching for an excellent computational biologist to work in the Collaborative Research Center Predictability in Evolution and the Institute for Biological Physics. The role involves high‑throughput data analysis, algorithm development, and close collaboration with scientists across the center.

Responsibilities

• Analysis of high‑throughput molecular data.
• Algorithm design and optimization for dedicated evolutionary problems.
• Developing independent strategies for data evaluation and scientific problem solving.
• Close cooperation with other scientists at our Center from the planning of experiments to the interpretation of the results.
• Developing custom computational tools to address current public health topics, including the analysis of large‑scale biological datasets.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Advanced skills in data manipulation, analysis, and development of in‑house code.
• Proven advanced expertise in at least one of the following areas:
• Algorithm design.
• Analysis of high‑throughput molecular data, e.g. single‑cell RNA‑seq data.
• Machine learning and language models for biological data.
• Interest in the scientific focus of the Center.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Benefits

• An exciting, interactive and multi‑faceted research environment.
• A chance to acquire top‑notch skills in computational science and problem solving.
• A diverse working environment with equal opportunities.
• Support in balancing work and family life.
• Extensive advanced training opportunities.
• Occupational health management offers.
• Flexible working time models.
• Opportunity to work remotely.

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities and diversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine‑Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidates regardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available from 1 June 2026 on a full‑time basis (39.83 hours per week) with an initial contract period of two years with the possibility of extension. If the applicant meets the relevant wage requirements and has the appropriate personal qualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group 13 TV‑L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Please apply online with proof of the required qualifications (do not include a photo) at The reference number is Wiss . The application deadline is 1 April 2026.

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