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Postdoctoral Position (f/m/d) – Cancer Metabolism & Metastasis Research

University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) • Klinik für Gastroenterologie, gastrointestinale Onkologie und Endokrinologie
Full-time, limited to 2 years with potential extension for up to 3 years • Remuneration according to TV-L

The Klinik für Gastroenterologie, gastrointestinale Onkologie und Endokrinologie at the University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) to join a research group investigating cancer metabolism and metabolic plasticity during metastatic progression, with a focus on pancreatic cancer and other entities. The position is funded by the “UMG2032 – Excellence through Focus” project (supported by zukunft.niedersachsen, the Lower Saxony Ministry of Science and Culture, and the Volkswagen Foundation).

Your Tasks

• Conduct standard molecular biology techniques (PCR, qPCR, Western Blot, cloning, bacterial transformation, immunohistochemistry, etc.)
• Perform cell culture experiments (experience with 3D culture systems is advantageous)
• Process human and murine tumor tissue samples (e.g., tumor tissue, plasma)
• Work with animal models of metastasis (prior experience is a prerequisite)
• Lead an independent research project within a collaborative team
• Present and communicate results at national and international scientific meetings
• Supervise students and document experiments according to GLP standards

Your Qualifications

• PhD in life sciences (Biology, Medical Biology, Molecular Medicine, Biochemistry, or related field)
• Strong background in Cancer Metabolism and/or Cancer Metastasis Research
• Proficiency in standard molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cell biology techniques
• Licensed training for animal experiments (e.g., FELASA-B) (required)
• Basic bioinformatics and biostatistics skills (required)
• Experience with metabolomics and lipidomics sample preparation/data analysis (advantageous)
• Fluent English (written and spoken) (required)
• Ability to work independently and in a team, with strong communication skills

We Offer

• Research in a high-impact biomedical field within the collaborative Göttingen Campus environment
• A small, international, and diverse team with a supportive and respectful working atmosphere
• Commitment to gender and diversity equality as well as the inclusion of individuals with disabilities (preferential consideration in case of equal suitability)

Application

Submit your application as a single PDF (motivation letter, CV, certificates, and at least two references) via the system.

For inquiries, contact:
Dr. Felix Vogel
felix.vogel@med.uni-goettingen.de

Universitätsmedizin Göttingen • Klinik für Gastroenterologie, gastrointestinale Onkologie und Endokrinologie
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