Postdoctoral Researcher / Bioinformatician (m/f/x) Deutsches Zentrum für Neurodegenerative Erkrankungen e.V. (DZNE)
The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a globally leading, internationally oriented research institution dedicated to discovering new approaches for the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
Postdoctoral Researcher / Bioinformatician (m/f/x)
Code: 1535/2026/4
two years, full time
Site: Bonn
The German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases (DZNE) is a globally leading, internationally oriented research institution dedicated to discovering new approaches for the prevention and treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.
We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher / bioinformatician (f/m/x) to join our research group “Population & Clinical Neuroepidemiology” in the group of Prof. Dr. Dr. Ahmad Aziz in Bonn.
- Supervision of acquisition and processing of data (including genotyping arrays, DNA / RNA sequencing, and proteomic data)
- Supervision of graduate and PhD students
- Analysis of next-generation (long-read) sequencing data, including development of novel bioinformatic methods focused on assessing genomic instability and somatic mutations
- Writing and preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals
- Maintaining contact with our internal and external academic and industrial partners
- Preparation of grant applications
Your profile in cutting edge research
- Highly talented, motivated, and ambitious researcher with strong social skills
- PhD in computational biology, molecular biology, (bio)medical sciences, or a related discipline
- Extensive experience in bioinformatics and large-scale multi-omics projects, particularly in genomics and transcriptomics
- Demonstrated interest in quantitative research
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to think independently and critically
- Leadership capabilities
- Excellent communication and writing skills in English
- Proficiency in German is desirable
Your profile in cutting edge research
Using deep (endo)phenotypic data obtained in the context of both population-based and clinical cohort studies, we aim to identify the risk factors, causes, as well as trait and state markers of neurodegenerative diseases through the application of epidemiological and bioinformatic approaches.
The group’s main focus is on the assessment of the role of genomic instability, somatic mutations, and retrotransposable elements in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases. Supported by a technician, the candidate will be responsible for coordinating high-throughput bio-sample selection and preparation, design of probes and libraries for deep targeted next-generation DNA sequencing, as well as bioinformatic analysis of the resulting data, including development of novel methods for assessing genomic instability and somatic mutations.
The team
You will work in a large international team of scientists within the section of Population Health Sciences of the German Centrer for Neurodegenerative Diseases. The team members have diverse backgrounds, ranging from epidemiology, psychology, biology, and medicine to bioinformatics and machine learning. In addition, you will have ample opportunity to interact and collaborate with many other scientists (including other bioinformaticians) working at the German Center for Neurodegenerative Diseases and the University of Bonn.
Your benefits
- Innovation and internationality – a forward-looking infrastructure, modern laboratory and office equipment, software tools, and the opportunity for international exchange with your colleagues from 65 nations
- Work-life balance – we reconcile work and private life with flexible working hours, 30 days’ holiday (on top free on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve), and subsidized job / Germany ticket options
- Focus on Development – training programs tailored to your individual needs and annual HR development meetings for concrete prospects and potential development
- A feel-good working environment – our Bonn employees enjoy a campus surrounded by greenery, with on-site parking and public transport connections as well as our company restaurant
- Health promotion – through our extensive range of company health programs, in cooperation with Sozialwerk.Bund
- Remuneration and conditions according to TVöD-Bund – including annual special payment, capital-forming benefits, and VBL supplementary pension scheme
Your application
Excellence in research thrives on diverse perspectives and experiences. We stand for a respectful and open culture. We promote equal opportunities, remove barriers, and welcome applications from people across all dimensions of diversity. We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities.
Interested? Please, send your application in a single PDF file (in English), including:
- A letter of motivation
- A detailed and up-to-date CV, including a description of your relevant experience
- A copy of your academic transcripts
- At least two references
References may be taken up as part of the candidate selection and prior to interview. Applicants who do not wish referees to be contacted without prior notice and consent should make this explicitly clear in their application.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Please submit your application online via
https://jobs.dzne.de/en/p/_copy7627/jobs/101608/form
Jill Lewandowski
Team HR Recruiting
+49 228 43302 147
Reference number
1535/2026/4
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