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The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. develops efficient analytical methods for health research. Thus, it contributes to the improvement of the prevention, early diagnosis, and therapy of diseases like cardiovascular diseases or cancer. Overall, the institute strives to advance precision medicine by combining knowledge from different fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine, pharmacology, and physics. ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states. 

At our location in Dortmund, we invite applications for a 

Scientist / Postdoc (m/f/d): Preclinical Metabolomics 

You will be responsible for 

• Studying the development and metabolism of lymph nodes through melanoma metastasis 
• Biochemical and histopathological characterization of tumor cells in tissues using chemical and fluorescence staining 
• Handling in vivo and in vitro models to test research hypothesis and refine study designs 
• Studying small molecule metabolite alterations of tumorous material by mass spectrometry imaging 
• Quantification of corresponding metabolites using liquid chromatography mass spectrometry 
• Data analysis of sequencing and microscopy data 
• Data analysis of mass spectrometry data 

Your profile 

• PhD in Biology, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or related subjects 
• Good understanding of tools such cell cultures, histopathology, microscopy, and/or chromatography 
• Hands-on experience with mass spectrometers is a plus 
• Excellent English communication and writing skills 
• Basic understanding of cancer biology is preferable 

We offer 

• Scientific development opportunities in an international cooperative, interdisciplinary research environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team 
• Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure 
• The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops 
• A wide range of opportunities for further training and qualifications 
• Flexible working times, mobile working and attractive social benefits 
• Support in finding balance between work and family life (including finding childcare facilities, advice on caring for relatives) through a family service 
• Workplace health promotion and support for participation in TU Dortmund University sports activities 

Non-residents who apply for this job will receive help from the institute to find accommodation and to handle authorities. Applications from disabled applicants are welcome. ISAS supports the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and therefore particularly encourages women to apply. 

The salary will be according to the German TV-L. The full-time position is offered for three 3 years. The position is available immediately. The time limitation of the contract is based on the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG). 

ISAS collects and processes the personal data of its applicants in accordance with European and German legal regulations. Further information on data protection and the processing of personal data can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en/datenschutz. 

The closing date for applications is May 27, 2025. Please apply via our applicant portal. If you have any questions (reference number 352_2025), feel free to contact the Human Resources team (bewerbungen@isas.de). Further information about the institute can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en.