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Bioinformatics Researcher – Computational Immunology (m/f/d)

Medizin 3
38.5 hours
Fixed term of 12 months
as of 01.09.2026
Eingruppierung gemäß TV-L
Application deadline 20.07.2026
Universitätsklinikum Erlangen
Department of Medicine 3
Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Ramming
Ulmenweg 18
91054 Erlangen
Contact person
Dr. Hashem Mohammadian
Postdoctoral Researcher
Telefon: 09131 85-39592
Bioinformatics Researcher – Computational Immunology (m/f/d)
Published since: 03.07.2026
Job-Id: 13315
Dr. Hashem Mohammadian
Postdoctoral Researcher
Telefon: 09131 85-39592
Universitätsklinikum Erlangen
Department of Medicine 3
Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Ramming
Ulmenweg 18
91054 Erlangen
Bioinformatics Researcher – Computational Immunology (m/f/d)
Published since: 03.07.2026
Job-Id: 13315
Universitätsklinikum Erlangen
Department of Medicine 3
Prof. Dr. med. Andreas Ramming
Ulmenweg 18
91054 Erlangen
Contact person
Dr. Hashem Mohammadian
Postdoctoral Researcher
Telefon: 09131 85-39592

Sounds interesting?
Who we are:

We are a computational systems immunology lab in the Department of Medicine 3 - Rheumatology and Immunology investigating autoimmune diseases, including inflammatory arthritis and fibrotic diseases, with a focus on immune-stromal interactions. We integrate insights across multi-omics to generate novel understanding of disease mechanisms, discover targets, and study drug responses in clinical and preclinical settings. Our laboratory has access to advanced single-cell and spatial profiling technologies, including single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics (Visium/MERSCOPE) and imaging mass cytometry (IMC), alongside established in vitro and in vivo model systems and close links to clinical research.
Check out our recent relevant publications:

Skin-derived myeloid precursors and joint-resident fibroblasts spread psoriatic disease from skin to joints
CD200+ fibroblasts form a pro-resolving mesenchymal network in arthritis
Matrix stiffness regulates profibrotic fibroblast differentiation and fibrotic niche activation in systemic sclerosis

We are looking for a motivated researcher (m/f/d) to join our team. The position is open both to candidates who wish to pursue a PhD alongside the role and to applicants who prefer to contribute as a researcher without enrolling in a doctoral program. In this role, you will contribute to ongoing and new computational projects, develop analysis workflows, and support data-driven discovery across our research program. Please add a cover letter stating your motivation and fit to the role, CV and transcripts to your application.

Tasks

  • Analyze high-dimensional multi-omics datasets (including single-cell and spatial data) using state-of-the-art computational methods.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain reproducible analysis pipelines (QC, integration, statistics, visualization, reporting).
  • Apply statistical and machine learning methods to generate robust biological insights.
    Curate and manage data and metadata to ensure reproducibility, traceability, and efficient downstream analysis.
  • Contribute to scientific outputs, including figures, methods, and text for manuscripts and presentations.

Qualification

  • Master's degree (or equivalent; completed by the start date) in a quantitative discipline such as Bioinformatics or Computational Biology, or in Biology / Immunology with solid quantitative experience
  • Basic understanding of immunology
  • Strong programming skills in R and Python
  • Practical experience with high-dimensional data analysis (omics preferred)
  • Solid understanding of statistics
  • Strong motivation and an independent mindset, with the ability to take ownership of projects and work productively
  • Excellent written and spoken English

Additional benefical

  • Hands-on experience with single-cell RNA-seq

We offer

  • Employment according to TV-L (depending on eligibility and final classification)
  • Contract initially for 1 year with possibility for extension after positive evaluation
  • Working hours: 65% to 100% (based on level of experience)
  • The opportunity to contribute substantially to publication-driven projects, with realistic chances for co-authorship on high-impact manuscripts depending on contribution and project needs
  • Direct exposure to translational immunology, working at the interface of experimental models and clinically relevant questions
  • Access to cutting-edge technologies and datasets, including scRNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics (MERSCOPE), IMC, and CyTOF
  • Support for presenting work at international conferences and engaging with an international scientific community
  • Access to a strong network of established collaborators and scientists across immunology and rheumatology
  • Optional structured PhD training (e.g. via life@FAU) for candidates who wish to pursue a doctorate alongside the role

All benefits at UKER

Working at UKER

We are one of the best hospitals in Germany and one of the largest employers in Middle Franconia. Our success is down to the dedication and daily efforts of our more than 10,000 highly qualified employees in a wide range of different professions. We at Universitätsklinikum Erlangen appreciate that each and every one of our employees are important if we are to continue to provide cutting-edge medicine, conduct excellent research and offer patient care at the highest possible standard.

We look forward to hearing from you if you looking for a job that makes a valuable contribution to society and you are excited about the opportunity to shape cutting-edge medical care with us now and in the future!

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