Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften - ISAS - e. V. (ISAS), Dortmund

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

You will be responsible for:

• Planning and performing proteome and phosphoproteome analyses as part of the joint project: HI-FIVE – GRK5 inhibitors for the treatment of various heart failure entities
• Continuous development of existing methods and procedures for use in the joint project
• Training and supervision of a technical assistant
• Documentation of laboratory work
• Collaboration with other project partners and regular presentation of results

Your profile:

• PhD degree in a scientific field (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics) or related subject
• Experience in a laboratory environment, ideally in the field of bioanalytics
• Knowledge of mass spectrometry-based proteomics research, planning and conducting experiments, in particular interpreting measurement data
• Strong communication skills, organisational talent and a solution-oriented way of working
• Confident use of MS Office
• Willingness to travel on business
• Very good written and spoken English; German an advantage

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 full-time position is a fixed-term employment until July 14, 2028, and available immediately. The salary will be according to the German TV-L. The time limitation of the contract is based on the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).

The closing date for applications is November 17, 2025. Please apply via our applicant portal. If you have any questions (reference number 373_2025), feel free to contact the Human Resources team (bewerbungen(at)isas.de). Further information about the institute can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en.