Computational Postdoctoral Candidate

Employer- Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology- Location- Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen (DE)- Salary- according to the public service remuneration scheme TVöD Bund- Closing date- 1 Jun 2024- Discipline
Engineering
Job Type
Postdoctoral
Employment - Hours
Full time
Duration
Fixed term
Qualification
PhD
Sector
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The Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology in Dortmund is part of the Max Planck Society and has a focus on biomedical basic research. Here are working around 500 employees from more than 30 nations.

The Becker group at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Physiology is looking for a

to join our multi-disciplinary team to work on algorithms for mass spectrometry data analysis.
- **strong background** in scientific programming and computational techniques
- **sharp mind**: adept at problem-solving and possessing exceptional organizational skills
- **independence**: ability to perform data analysis autonomously
- **conceptual skills**: proficiency in understanding data models and using them to represent biological concepts
- **innovative thinking**: capable of devising novel solutions / algorithms or adapting existing ones to tackle challenges
- **team player**: strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary team are essential for success in this role

The primary objective of this role is to pioneer and maintain innovative computational strategies and algorithms, facilitating research in the lab’s core areas. This entails analysing newly generated datasets and investigating the potential of novel algorithmic, statistical, and machine learning solutions to foster the creation of new computational tools. The position provides opportunities for collaboration with both internal and external scientists to analyze and interpret novel findings using innovative methods, thereby contributing to ongoing projects and fostering the development of individual projects.

The position is available immediately and is limited to two years with the possibility of prolongation. Financial compensation will be carried out according to the public service remuneration scheme TVöD Bund.