Senior Scientist (m/f/d) / 13902 / Neurochirurgie und Wirbelsäulenchirurgie - Forschungslabor (Wissenschaftliche/r Mitarbeiter/in)

Work Area: Department of Neurosurgery and Spine Surgery, Neurosurgical Research LaboratoryJob ID: 13902Start Date: 01.02.2027 Work Scope: Full-time / 38,5 h Contract Type: Permanent Your tasks:Position overviewWe are seeking a highly motivated, distinguished senior researcher to lead our research laboratory. Core research focus:- Cerebrovascular malformations: Investigating molecular mechanisms, blood-brain barrier (BBB) integrity and neuroinflammation- Brain tumors (Neuro-Oncology): identify molecular targets for therapy, tumor microenvironments, cancer stem cells, targeted drug delivery, therapeutics resistance, and immunotherapy- Translational innovation: Developing patient-derived models (organoids, xenografts)Key responsibilities- Strategic leadership: Define the laboratory's scientific vision and align research goals with clinical neurosurgical interests- Lab management: Oversee daily operations, budget allocation, safety compliance, and state-of-the-art equipment maintenance- Mentorship & training: Supervise and mentor post-doctoral fellows, doctoral students, technicians- Collaborative network: establish partnerships with internal and external scientists- Scientific dissemination: Publish high-impact peer-reviewed papers and present breakthroughs at major national and international conferencesYour profile:- Diploma or Master degree and a PhD in biomedical sciences, or related fields in life science, oncology, molecular biology, or a closely related field - Experience and track record: Enriched research experience in neuro-oncology or vascular biology. Proven history of securing competitive research grants and publishing in top-tier peer-reviewed journals- Technical expertise: Advanced proficiency in cell culture, molecular cloning, imaging, gene techniques, and animal modelling- Skills: Exceptional leadership, budget management, and intercultural communication skillsLook forward to:- We offer a collaborative and supportive research environment with access to advanced core facilities, including imaging, genomics, and animal modeling resources- You’ll be part of a strong translational network connecting basic science with clinical neurosurgery as well as other in-house research groups, enabling meaningful research impact- The position includes dedicated lab space with personnel, technical support, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration- We support professional development through mentorship and participation in national and international scientific communities- You’ll join a diverse committed to innovation and excellence, with a flexible, balanced work environment that values both scientific achievement and well-being- A secure job in the public service of the state of NRW - Fair payment in accordance with the collective wage agreement (TV-L) incl. annual bonus payment and supplementary company pension scheme - 30 days of vacation per calendar year (for a full-time position) - Interdisciplinary work with colleagues from other departments - Working with modern equipment and certified quality standards - Family-friendly corporate culture, e.g. company daycare center, vacation program for school-age children, advice and support from the Employee Service Office in all life situations - Wide range of training and continuing education opportunities, e.g. at the Training Academy of UK Essen - Health management, e.g. company integration management, vaccinations, promotion of sports activities - Attractive fringe benefits, e.g. reduced-price canteen meals, community events, accommodation in student residencesGeneral cooditions:- The pay grade classification depends on the personal and collective legal prerequisites.- The University Hospital Essen is an equal opportunity employer. Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply.- The participation in secondary employment depends on the „Hochschulnebentätigkeitsverordnung“ of North-Rhine Westphalia. - Disabled applicants will be preferentially considered in case of equivalent qualification. Contact person and further information about the position:You will find detailed information on the job advertisement and contact persons behind the button - Apply now:https://bewerbung-karriere.ume.de/Vacancies/13902/Application/CheckLogin/1 (https://bewerbung-karriere.ume.de/Vacancies/13902/Application/CheckLogin/1%0d)We use your data exclusively for application purposes in accordance with the applicable data protection regulations. Further information can be found in the privacy statement on our homepage at: www.uk-essen.de (http://www.uk-essen.de) .