Scientist (postdoc) in the field of biofabrication (m/f/d)

Position

Scientist (postdoc) in the field of biofabrication (m/f/d) - Stuttgart

Universität Stuttgart

Raum Stuttgart

Dein Job

The Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Plasma Technology at the University of Stuttgart is looking for a highly qualified and committed scientist to join the Biofabrication research area and develop it strategically as soon as possible.

Your tasks

• Setting up, establishing and continuously developing the biofabrication research area within the working group
• Designing, implementing and evaluating independent research projects (e.g. bioprinting, tissue engineering and biomaterials)
• Developing new research strategies and focal points in the field of biofabrication
• Acquire third‑party funding and assist with grant applications
• Supervising doctoral students and theses at master's and bachelor's level
• Publishing research results in high‑ranking international journals
• Establishing and maintaining national and international collaborations
• Participating in teaching

Dein Profil

• Completed a doctorate in the life sciences, bioprocess engineering, biomedical engineering, materials science or a related field
• In‑depth knowledge and demonstrable research experience in biofabrication (e.g. 3D bioprinting, cell‑biomaterial interactions, tissue engineering)
• Experience in independent scientific work and project management
• An excellent publication record, or demonstrable potential to achieve this
• Ideally, experience in acquiring third‑party funding
• Ability to work in a team, with a high level of initiative and strategic and conceptual thinking
• Excellent written and spoken German and/or English

We offer

• A responsible position with considerable creative freedom in establishing a new research area
• Modern research infrastructure and an interdisciplinary, dynamic working environment
• Close cooperation with the Fraunhofer Institute for Interfacial Engineering and Biotechnology (IGB)
• Support in building a scientific profile and developing a career
• Opportunities for national and international networking
• Remuneration according to TV‑L, in line with qualifications
• The position is limited to three years on a full‑time basis

Deine Benefits

• Flexible Arbeitszeit
• Betriebliche Altersvorsorge
• Dienstlaptop

Application

This position is subject to the TV‑L collective agreement. The University of Stuttgart is actively committed to equal opportunities. We therefore particularly welcome applications from women. Severely disabled persons will be given priority if equally qualified. The position will be filled by the Central Administration of the University of Stuttgart.

Please send your application (cover letter, CV and relevant certificates) as a single PDF file by email to . If this is not possible, you can also send us your application in paper form. Please only submit copies of your application documents, as these will be destroyed after the application process in accordance with data protection regulations. Information on the handling of applicant data in accordance with Art. 13 GDPR can be found online at .

Unfortunately, we cannot reimburse any application or interview costs.

Application deadline: 31 January 2026.