PostDoc (f/m/d) Department of Molecular Biology Universitätsmedizin Göttingen (UMG)
The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of the Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With around 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. Our clinics and institutes stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research, modern teaching and transfer of innovative technology.
Göttingen as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center Göttingen is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.
The Institut für Molekularbiologie of the University Medical Center Göttingen is looking for a new position for the earliest start date
PostDoc (f/m/d)
full time, with 38,5 hours per week, limited for 2 years
Postdoctoral Fellow (f/m/d)
focusing on mitochondrial ribosome biogenesis and function
About us
Our research group is based in the Department of Molecular Biology at the University Medical Center Göttingen. Our goal is to understand the mechanisms underlying the biogenesis and function of the human mitochondrial ribosome, which synthesizes the core subunits of the oxidative phosphorylation system. Defects in the mitochondrial ribosome are associated with severe early-onset diseases, in which patients often suffer from neurological disorders or cardiomyopathy. We aim to understand (i) how the assembly and function of the human mitochondrial ribosome are regulated, (ii) what roles are played by associated factors, and (iii) what key quality control steps maintain a pool of functional ribosomes.
To address this, we combine biochemical and cell biological approaches, including iPS cell culture with differentiation into different cell types, as well as mass spectrometry and structural biology, which are conducted in collaboration with other research groups on the Göttingen research campus. Göttingen is an international student city located in the center of Germany. In addition to the University and University Medical Center, it hosts several renowned institutions such as the Max Planck Institute for Multidisciplinary Sciences, providing a highly stimulating and collaborative environment.
For recent examples of our research, see:
Richter-Dennerlein et al. (2026) Nat. Rev. Mol. Cell Biol., PMID: 41688758
Heinrichs et al. (2025) Nat. Communications, PMID: 40240327
Lavdovskaia et al. (2024) Nat. Struct. Mol. Biol., PMID: 38992089
Nadler et al. (2022) Nat. Communications, PMID: 36302763
Hillen et al. (2021) Nat. Communications, PMID: 34135319
For further information on the position or our research, please contact Ricarda Richter-Dennerlein (ricarda.richter@med.uni-goettingen.de) directly for informal inquiries.
Please send a single PDF file of your application including a short statement of motivation and previous experience, your CV, copies of degree certificates, and the names and contact details of at least two references. Only applicants selected for interview will be contacted after the application deadline.
Your tasks
Your tasks
- Work in a stimulating, international, and collaborative environment
- Develop and drive your own research project and participate in collaborative projects
- Apply a broad spectrum of advanced methods in biochemistry and molecular and cellular biology, including iPS cell culture and cell differentiation
- Analyze large data sets (e.g. sequencing and mass spectrometry data)
- Make use of local core facilities and interact with collaborators on campus
- Present your research results at national and international scientific conferences
Your qualifications
Your qualifications
- Motivated and enthusiastic scientist who can work independently as well as in a team
- BSc/MSc degree and PhD in life sciences such as molecular and cell biology, biochemistry or a related discipline
- Background and interest in mitochondrial biology and/or gene expression
- Experience in working with stem cells
- Experience in the analysis of large data sets (transcriptome/proteome) is advantageous
- Fluent English language skills (written and spoken) are required
We offer
We offer
- A project in a high-impact research field embedded in the collaborative environment of the Göttingen Campus, including several supportive facilities and inspiring research consortia
- Fixed-term full-time position for 2 years, with the possibility of further extension
- Salary according to the German Public Sector Collective Agreement (TV-L 13)
- Starting date: as soon as possible
- The UMG is committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates
- We further strive for gender and diversity equality and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.
The University Medical Center Göttingen (UMG) unites the Medical Faculty of the Georg-August University and the University Hospital in an integration model. With around 9,700 employees, the UMG and its subsidiaries are one of the largest employers in the region. Our clinics and institutes stand for high-quality patient care, excellent research, modern teaching and transfer of innovative technology.
Göttingen as a city of science is located in the center of Germany and the University Medical Center Göttingen is integrated into an attractive network of university and non-university scientific institutions.
Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.
Institut für Molekularbiologie
Prof. Dr. Ricarda Richter-Dennerlein
Humboldtallee 23
37073 Göttingen
https://biochemie.uni-goettingen.de/
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