June
(Application deadline July, 7th)
Core Facility Managerin / Manager (m/w/d), Medizinische Fakultät
Die sich in Gründung befindende Core Facility für Lichtmikroskopie und Nanoskopie (fachliche Leitung Prof. Dr. Katrin Willig) am Institut für Theoretische Medizin der Universität Augsburg sucht zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine/einen
Core Facility Managerin / Manager (m/w/d)
für Lichtmikroskopie und Nanoskopie
(A 14 / E 14 TV-L)
in Vollzeit in einem unbefristeten Arbeitsverhältnis. Bei Vorliegen der persönlichen, laufbahnrechtlichen und beamtenrechtlichen Voraussetzungen ist eine Verbeamtung zur Akademischen Oberrätin / zum Akademischen Oberrat (m/w/d) in Besoldungsgruppe A 14 möglich. Für Beschäftigte ist eine Vergütung bei Vorliegen der tarifrechtlichen und persönlichen Voraussetzungen bis zur Entgeltgruppe 14 TV-L möglich.
Die Stelle ist teilzeitfähig, sofern durch Jobsharing die ganztägige Wahrnehmung der Aufgabe gesichert ist.
Die Medizinischen Fakultät verfolgt das Ziel, wissenschaftliche Großgeräte im Rahmen zentraler Betriebseinheiten (Core Facilities) allen Forschenden am Standort zugänglich zu machen. Für die Lichtmikroskopie stehen bereits modernste Fluoreszenz-Weitfeld-, Konfokal- und superauflösende STED-Mikroskope zur Verfügung. Zur Weiterentwicklung und zum Betrieb der Facility für Lichtmikroskopie und Nanoskopie suchen wir eine erfahrene und motivierte Persönlichkeit als Core Facility Managerin / Manager. Der Arbeitsplatz befindet sich zunächst am Sigma Technologiepark; im Frühjahr 2027 ist der Umzug in das neue Forschungsgebäude am Medizincampus Augsburg geplant.
Ihre Aufgaben:
- Aufbau sowie operative Leitung der Core Facility
- Mitwirkung bei der Entwicklung eines Leitfadens zur Koordination des Forschungsbetriebs
- Einführung neuer Nutzerinnen und Nutzer sowie Beratung bei der Versuchsdurchführung (Probenvorbereitung, Auswahl der geeigneten Mikroskopietechnik, Auswertung)
- regelmäßige Qualitätskontrolle der Mikroskope sowie Koordination von Wartungen und Reparaturen
- Mitarbeit bei der Antragstellung und Weiterentwicklung des Geräteportfolios
- Organisation und Durchführung von Kursen und Workshops zu Themen der Lichtmikroskopie und Bildanalyse
- Mitwirkung in der Lehre
Ihre Qualifikation:
- mit sehr gutem Ergebnis abgeschlossene Promotion in Physik, Biologie, Chemie, Lebenswissenschaften, Biotechnologie oder einem verwandten Fachgebiet
- Erfahrungen in der Anwendung moderner Lichtmikroskopie-Methoden
- Kenntnisse in superauflösender Lichtmikroskopie sind von Vorteil
- Bereitschaft zur interdisziplinären Zusammenarbeit sowie ausgeprägte Teamfähigkeit
Wir bieten Ihnen:
- eine vielfältige und abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit in einem aufgeschlossenen Team und ein wachsendes, internationales Arbeitsumfeld
- ein multidisziplinäres Umfeld (Medizin, Physik, Biologie) mit flexiblen Arbeitszeiten
- Möglichkeit zur Entwicklung eigener Forschungsvorhaben
- Unterstützung bei der Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Beruf
- die Vorteile des Öffentlichen Dienstes
Die erforderlichen Qualifikationen sind bereits in den Bewerbungsunterlagen durch entsprechende Zeugnisse nachzuweisen.
Die Universität Augsburg fördert die berufliche Gleichstellung von Frauen. Frauen werden ausdrücklich aufgefordert, sich zu bewerben. Die Universität Augsburg setzt sich besonders für die Vereinbarkeit von Familie und Erwerbsleben ein. Für mehr Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an die Frauenbeauftragte der Fakultät.
Schwerbehinderte Bewerberinnen und Bewerber (m/w/d) werden bei ansonsten im Wesentlichen gleicher Eignung, Befähigung und fachlicher Leistung bevorzugt eingestellt.
Bitte richten Sie Ihre aussagekräftige Bewerbung mit den üblichen Unterlagen (Motivationsschreiben, Lebenslauf, Zeugnisse, Urkunden, abgeschlossene wissenschaftliche Projekte, Publikationsverzeichnis etc.) in Form einer einzigen PDF-Datei per E-Mail an anatomie@med.uni-augsburg.de bis spätestens
7. Juli 2026
Bei Rückfragen melden Sie sich gerne bei Frau Prof. Katrin Willig.
May
(Application deadline June, 21st)
Engineer (m/f/d) for the Imaging Facility (up to E 12 TV-G-U)
At the Imaging Center for Advanced Light Microscopy (iCALM) at Goethe University Frankfurt am Main, the position of a
Engineer (m/f/d) for the Imaging Facility (up to E 12 TV-G-U)
is to be filled at the earliest possible date. The salary classification is based on the job characteristics defined in the collective agreement applicable to Goethe University (TV-G-U). Depending on your personal qualifications and experience and the responsibilities assigned to you, the position will be classified either in pay grade E 10 TV-G-U or pay grade E 12 TV-G-U.
iCALM is a newly established competence center of Goethe University within the Goethe Center for (High) Technologies (Go4Tec) and provides state-of-the-art light microscopy infrastructure for the life sciences. To support this innovative center, we are looking for an experienced and dynamic person to join iCALM as an engineer.
Your responsibilities:
- Supporting scientific staff in their research projects at the microscopes, in particular training in different microscopy techniques as well as assistance in optimizing protocols for sample preparation and image acquisition as a key area of responsibility, and the associated theoretical and practical training of our staff
- Maintenance and servicing of research microscopes (maintenance and repair, alignment, quality control, troubleshooting, and cleaning)
- Support and maintenance of hardware, software, and IT systems
- Support in the selection, procurement, and installation of new optical equipment
In addition, depending on your personal qualifications and experience and the responsibilities assigned to you, participation in the further development and quality assurance of the research microscopes is envisaged. This may include, for example, the design and implementation of new measurement and analysis methods or the automation of workflows.
Your profile:
- Completed university degree (Bachelor’s degree or equivalent) in engineering, physics, or a comparable technical or scientific discipline
- Theoretical and practical experience in light microscopy
- Ideally professional experience in the operation, maintenance, and development of scientific instrumentation
- Basic knowledge in the fields of cell biology and image analysis
- High level of motivation, independence, and organizational skills
- Willingness to familiarize yourself with new topics and to continuously pursue further training, for example in laser safety
- Strong teamwork and communication skills as well as a pronounced service-oriented mindset
- Very good communication skills in German and English, both written and spoken
The following additional qualifications are desirable:
- Experience working with advanced imaging systems, in particular high-resolution light microscopes
- Experience with the characterization of optical systems and microscopes as well as performing quality control on microscopes
- Experience with data analysis (in particular image analysis) in a programming language (ideally Python)
- Experience with image processing software (e.g., ImageJ, Imaris, Arivis, Amira)
- Experience working in an imaging facility
- Knowledge of electronics, e.g., for instrument control
Our Offer:
- a varied position in an internationally oriented core facility within an excellent university research environment
- remuneration according to the TV-G-U collective agreement
- 30 days of annual leave
- public sector pension scheme
- free state-wide public transport ticket (Hessen)
- opportunities for training and professional development
- flexible working hours
- wide range of university sports offerings
If you are interested, please send your detailed application with the usual documents (CV, cover letter, references, and other information)
by 21.06.2026 exclusively in electronic form and compiled in PDF format to PD Dr. Sven Barth, Managing Director of Go4Tec (barth@physik.uni-frankfurt.de).If you have any scientific questions, please contact Prof. Mike Heilemann (heileman@chemie.uni-frankfurt.de) or Prof. Yvonne Stahl (y.stahl@bio.uni-frankfurt.de).
May
(Application deadline June, 22th)
Microscopy Scientist (m/f/x) at Faculty of Medicine: Medical Imaging Center Light Microscopy RUB
Faculty of Medicine: Medical Imaging Center Light Microscopy
In order to fill a fixed-term position in full-time (39.83 hours/week = 100%) at the earliest possible date, we are looking for one
Microscopy Scientist (m/f/x)
The Medical Imaging Center Light Microscopy (MIC-LM) employs a wide range of technologies for imaging and image analysis and is equipped with state-of-the-art microscopes, for example to perform Structured Illumination Microscopy (SIM), Photoactivated Localization Microscopy (PALM), and Fluorescence Lifetime Imaging Microscopy (FLIM). The MIC-LM is integrated in interdisciplinary projects focusing on cell biology, biomedical molecular biology, immunology, host-pathogen interactions, microbiology, and neurobiology. MIC-LM is embedded within the Medical Research Services Core Facilities and actively contributes to various national and international research consortia, fostering an interactive scientific environment.
The MIC-LM is seeking to recruit a highly motivated scientist to join its team and work in a highly stimulating academic research environment. The successful candidate should have a strong background in advanced light microscopy, ideally including super-resolution microscopy, and an interest in the establishment and development of imaging technologies. Remuneration will be based on qualifications and the salary structure of the TV-L (public service tariff scale). The initial contract is limited to three years.
| Scope: | full-time |
| Duration: | fixed-term, The position is initially limited to 3 years |
| Start: | at the earliest possible date |
| Apply by: |
2026-06-22 |
Your tasks:
- Establish, apply and support advanced light microscopy techniques including confocal laser scanning microscopy, fluorescence lifetime and super-resolution microscopy, as well as automated microscopy.
- Generate workflows for automated image acquisition and quantitative analysis, including segmentation and machine learning-assisted image processing and data analysis.
- Manage and organize data acquisition and facilitate access to computing resources for image analysis.
- Advise and assist users with experimental planning, execution, and analysis.
- Train staff and users in image acquisition and analysis techniques through workshops and practical courses.
- Maintain microscopes and computer work stations.
Your profile:
- Ph.D. in physics, biology, biochemistry, chemistry or equivalent qualification, with strong expertise in light microscopy.
- Proven ability to design, implement, and optimize microscopy-based experiments using advanced light microscopy techniques.
- Experience in quantitative image analysis and data management, ideally including automated or machine learning-based segmentation approaches.
- Analytical and organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and to coordinate collaborative projects.
- Ability to work in an international team.
- Fluent in English; German knowledge is advantageous but not essential.
We offer:
- Team-oriented collaboration in a committed, international and appreciative team
- A friendly and collegial environment
- Extensive training and development opportunities
- Challenging and versatile tasks
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 E13 TV-L.
Further information can be found at https://oeffentlicher-dienst.info/ (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.
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). https://www.daf.ruhr-uni-bochum.de/sbgk/index.html.en
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 wpr@rub.de.
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 underrepresented in our respective professional areas. The Ruhr-Universität Bochum expressly requests job applications from women. In areas in which they are underrepresented they will be given preference in the case of equivalent qualifications with male candidates. Applications from individuals with disabilities are most welcome.
Contact persons for further information:
Dr. Konstanze Winklhofer +49 234 32 28428
Dr. Verian Bader +49 234 32 17612
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 2026-06-22. Please make sure to mention the reference number ANR 5580.
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