Postdoc aging research (m/f/x)

Faculty of Biology and Biotechnology: Computational Phenomics

In order to fill a fixed‑term position in full‑time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) from August 2026, we are looking for one postdoc in aging research (m/f/x).

Postdoc aging research (m/f/x)

The chair deals with bioinformatical aging research using alternative animal models.

As a postdoctoral researcher (m/f/x), you will independently and reliably prepare and carry out experiments, analyse the results and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.

Scope and Terms

• Scope: full‑time
• Duration: fixed‑term, 1 year
• Start: from August 2026
• Apply by: 2026‑03‑03

Your tasks:

• Bioinformatics analyses
• Manuscript writing
• Supervision of students
• Library preparation and wet lab work

Your profile:

• Experience in conducting comparative genomics, e.g., gene gain / loss analyses with state‑of‑the‑art tools such as TOGA and orthofinder
• Experience in comparative transcriptomics using bulk RNA‑seq and single‑cell analyses
• Experience in comparative epigenomics, e.g., methylation analyses
• Experience applying epigenetic clocks
• Experience in library preparation for Illumina sequencing
• Experience working with data from alternative animal models of aging research
• University degree in a natural science subject
• Doctorate in a natural science subject

We offer:

Challenging and varied tasks with a high level of independence, options for flexible working (mobile working and teleworking), collaboration in a committed and appreciative team.

Further information:

The position is salaried and based on the collective agreement of the Länder (TV‑L). If the personal and collective agreement requirements are met, the employee will receive pay grade E‑TV‑L.

Further information can be found at (in German).

The place of work is Ruhr University Bochum. If the position is funded by third‑party funds the employee has no teaching obligation.

A qualified application is expected. RUB sees itself as a university with an international presence. The campus languages are German and English. Competence in at least one of the two languages and the willingness to learn the other are a prerequisite. RUB provides corresponding free courses for employees.

German language courses are offered by the University Language Center (ZFA) in the field of German as a Foreign Language (DaF).

The Staff Council has the right to participate in all selection interviews. At the request of a candidate (m/f/x), it will ensure its participation in the entire procedure. Please contact

Contact persons for further information:

Arne Sahm

Travel costs, accommodation costs and loss of earnings or other application costs for job interviews can unfortunately not be reimbursed.

We look forward to receiving your application via our online application portal by 2026‑03‑03. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5430.

About Ruhr‑Universität Bochum

The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum is one of Germany’s leading research universities, addressing the whole range of academic disciplines. A highly dynamic setting enables researchers and students to work across the traditional boundaries of academic subjects and faculties. To create knowledge networks within and beyond the university is Ruhr‑Universität Bochum’s declared aim.

The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum stands for diversity and equal opportunities. For this reason, we favour a working environment composed of heterogeneous teams, and seek to promote the careers of individuals who are under‑represented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr‑Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are under‑represented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.