Software Developer (m/f/d) – German BioImaging e.V.
Institution: German BioImaging – GMB e.V. (GerBI)
Application deadline: 31. January 2025
Scope of work: full time remote, ideally based in Germany.
This position is initially for a 24-month contract, with the possibility of extension depending on available funding.
Your responsibilities
- Design and implement solutions that ensure the seamless integration of OME-Zarr with existing bioimaging tools and platforms.
- Collaborate with international research teams to understand their data needs and optimize OME-Zarr for diverse use cases.
- Continuously improve the performance, reliability, usability and scalability of OME-Zarr for handling large, complex bioimaging datasets.
- Contribute to the development of documentation and guidelines to facilitate the adoption and use of OME-Zarr within the bioimaging community.
- Participate in the full software development lifecycle: from design, development, and testing to deployment and continuous improvement.
- Engage in open-source development by collaborating with the global community to ensure OME-Zarr remains at the forefront of bioimaging data storage solutions.
- Present progress, share insights, and contribute to publications and conference presentations to showcase advancements in OME-Zarr and NGFF.
- Stay current with emerging technologies in data storage and bioimaging to ensure OME-Zarr’s continued relevance and impact.
- Foster collaboration and communication with other developers, stakeholders, and researchers to shape the future of bioimaging data management solutions.
Our requirements:
- Proven experience in software development, focusing on data storage solutions and cloud-based systems.
- Expertise in Python, Java, or similar programming languages, with a strong grasp of high-performance, stable APIs.
- Knowledge of bioimaging data formats, especially OME-Zarr and NGFF, or a willingness to quickly learn.
- Solid understanding of cloud computing platforms, scalable workflows, and handling large datasets.
- Experience with Linux, macOS, or Unix-based systems.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to create innovative solutions for the bioimaging community.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed, international team and communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
- Experience writing clear documentation to support software usage and adoption.
- Passion for advancing scientific discovery through open-source software and bioimaging innovations.
Application Instructions:
Please send us your GitHub profile, code repositories, and any apps you have created to jobs@gerbi-gmb.de. If public links are unavailable, please send code samples in text files. For questions, reach out to Joshua Moore via e-mail at josh@openmicroscopy.org.
Imaging specialist – Max Delbrück Center
Institution: Advanced Light Microscopy & Image Analysis (ALM) Technology Platform, Max Delbrück Center
Application deadline: 22.12.2024
Scope of work: part time, fixed term (1 year)
Job description:
The tasks of the Imaging Specialist include (but are not limited to) two main duties:
In the frame of a VASBIO grant-funded project in collaboration between ALM and the Berlin Ultrahigh Field MRI facility at MDC:
- Establishment and optimization of sample clearing and labeling as well as light-sheet imaging of cardiovascular tissue structures.
- Optimization of data processing and analysis of light-sheet images and correlation with MRI images.
As part of the general ALM user and project support:
- Support researchers by training, assistance and troubleshooting in executing advanced imaging experiments, with a focus on confocal microscopy.
- Maintain microscopes in optimal working condition.
For inquiries, please contact:
Dr. Anje Sporbert (ALM TP leader): asporb@mdc-berlin.de and
Dr. Min-Chi Ku (Berlin Ultrahigh Field MRI facility): min-chi.ku@mdc-berlin.de
Requirements:
Applicants should have a degree (MSc required, PhD preferred) in life sciences, bio-physics or similar.
Profound experience in the area of light microscopy (fluorescence microscopy and additional advanced microscopy methods) is preferred for this position.
Expertise in light-sheet imaging, sample clearing or data processing would be a strong plus.
Further requirements are:
- passion and service attitude for science and technology
- self-motivation, pro-active attitude, responsible and independent project handling
- motivation and interpersonal skills to interact with researchers
- excellent organizational and communication skills
- professional command of both spoken and written English
- effective multi-tasking
Offer:
- international working environment with communication in English and German
- interesting career opportunities and a range of opportunities for further qualification and training
- Compatibility of family and career certified by the workandfamily audit (“berufundfamilie audit”)
- Support for “New Berliners” through the MDC Welcome & Family Office
- On-campus health and fitness center
You also benefit from:
- a remuneration in accordance with the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD-Bund), including additional company pension schemes
- flexible working hours and childcare support
- an idyllic green campus, which is easily accessible by bicycle, public transport or car
- a secure job
- Subsidy for the job ticket as well as discounts in the campus canteen
- additional health benefits such as flu vaccination, eye test, ergonomics advice at the workplace
- the possibility of mobile working
- free use of Nextbike from the Buch S-Bahn station to the campus
Applications including CV, letter of motivation and references should be submitted online via:
BSL3 Microscopy Specialist – University of Hamburg (UHH)
Institution: Faculty of Mathematics, Informatics and Natural Sciences, Department of Chemistry, Technology Platform Light Microscopy
Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L
Start date: as soon as possible, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).
Application deadline: 25.12.2024
Scope of work: full-time position suitable for part-time
The position is initially limited for three years, but can be prolonged after positive evaluation of the project.
Your responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work closely with and support researchers using microscopes at BSL3 laboratories, helping them to design, perform and analyse light microscopy-based experiments. The recruited candidate will be in charge of projects to develop novel tools, workflows, and methods for light microscopy and correlative light and electron cryo-microscopy in BSL3 laboratories. Maintenance of microscopes at BSL3 laboratories will also be part of the role, as well as organizing microscopy courses and workshops, and developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for existing and new microscopes. Furthermore, the successful candidate will cooperate closely with our HHH-IDIA project partners in Heidelberg to coordinate the activities across sites.
Your profile:
A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.
– thorough understanding of the principles of light microscopy and its application for biological research, as well as a broad knowledge of molecular and cell biology
– profound expertise and experience in developing and implementing novel research methods
– extensive knowledge and experience in quantitative analysis of light microscopy data
– 3 years or more of experience in operating and maintaining advanced light microscopes (e.g. confocal, multi-photon, light-sheet, etc.)
– willingness and ability to work in a biosafety level 3 (BSL3) laboratory is mandatory
– experience in working in BSL2 and BSL3 laboratories is an advantage
– experience with light and/or electron cryo-microscopy is an advantage
– proficiency in English (spoken and written, B2 or better)
– initiative, planning and organizational skills
– very good communication and teaching skills, ability to work in a team and resilience
– strong service awareness
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