Postdoc (m/f/x) - Biology of Aging

The Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI)in Jena is a

federal and state government-funded research institute and member of the

Leibniz Association (Leibniz-Gemeinschaft). FLI conducts internationally

recognized, high-impact research on the biology of aging at the molecular,

cellular, and systems levels. Scientists from around 40 countries investigate

the mechanisms of aging to uncover its root causes and pave the way for

strategies that promote healthy aging (www.leibniz-fli.de).

The Leibniz Chair research group of Prof. Alessandro Cellerino (SNS Pisa/FLI)

is seeking a highly motivated Postdoc to study fundamental biological processes

of aging using transgenic methods in killifsh (Nothobranchius furzeri):

Postdoc (m/f/x)- Biology of Aging

Research focus of the Lab:

The groupof Alessandro Cellerino is hosted in the FLI based on a cooperation

agreement between Scuola Normale Superiore ( Pisa/Italy) and the FLI.

Alessandro Cellerino isLeibniz Chairat FLI since 2020. The main interest of

Alessandro Cellerino’s group is to use the annual fishNothobranchius furzerito

identify fundamental biological mechansims controlling aging and focussing on

neurobiology and comparative biology. Previous work of the group has identified

a number of candidate conserved genes with putative roles in aging whose

functional relevance will now be tested in transgenic models.

Your tasks:

The candidate will generate and analyze trangenic model in killfish using

Tol2 and/or CRISPR/Cas9:

• Designing and performing experimental studies using animal model killifish
• Planning and conducting animal experiments
• Analyzing, documenting and presenting experimental data and results
• Actively participating in scientific discussions and team meetings
• Taking over project responsibility and manage animal experimental

applications (TVA's)

• Communication with animal welfare and the authorities
• Collaborating closely within an interdisciplinary research team

Your qualifications:

• University degree (PhD, M.D., or equivalent) in biology, life sciences, or

biomedicine

• prior experience with fish transgenesis and/or experimentation involving

fish

• FELASA certification and hands-on experience in planning and conducting

animal experiments

• prior experience as project leaderof animal experimental applications

(TVA's) and communication with authorities

• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• B2 Level in German language is advantageous

We offer:

• You will become part of a world-leading research institute dedicated to the

biology of aging and have the opportunity to join a very well-equipped Lab with

an international team

• You will have access to multiple state-of-the-art facilities. Our work is

embedded in theBeutenberg Campus, an interdisciplinary base for innovative

research.

• The offered position is integrated in the FLI PostDoc Network. The Network

promotes interdisciplinary collaborations involving clinician scientists, basic

scientists, and bioinformaticians and supports career development and

postdoctoral training courses.

• The contract conditions and the salary will be according to the collective

labor agreement for public service employees of the federal states of Germany

(TV-L E13)

• Furthermore, we offer flexible working time, a family friendly working

environment that provides a healthy work-life balance, company health

management including support for child care solutions anddual career options.

Application:

Please apply online through the FLI application portal by 01.11.2026.

FLI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity. It

aims to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups in case of equal

suitability. All qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, age,

sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran

status, or other classification protected by law will receive consideration for

employment.