Postdoc Postion

The Leibniz Institute of Virology(LIV) is an independent research institution for basic biomedical research. As a foundation under civil law and member of the Leibniz Association, the Institute occupies a leading position both nationally and internationally.
The Research Department Virus Immunology, headed by Prof. Marcus Altfeld, investigates antiviral immune responses, with a special focus on innate immune responses. Our group uses a wide range of experimental methods, including multiparameter flow cytometry, single cell gene expression analysis and in vitro culture systems, including 3D human organoid systems, to investigate the mechanisms underlying immune-mediated control of viral infections in humans. We are particularly interested in the mechanisms that mediate sex-specific differences in immunity against viruses (DFG RU 5068), with a focus on antiviral NK cell responses and Type I IFN responses. The project will involve experimental laboratory work, including the use of human organoids systems for viral infections and co-cultures of 3D organoids with immune cells, and studies assessing the impact of steroid hormones and X-chromosomal genes on immune responses in females and males.
Postdoc position (f/m/x)
Your tasks
- Work as independent researcher with accountability towards the research project
- Integrate into the research team and provide support for junior members/students
- Present research findings at national and international level
- Develop future research projects and draft manuscripts

**Profile**:

- Solid expertise in human immunology or cell biology and experimental laboratory work
- Strong commitment, team spirit, very good communication and organizational skills, and ability to work in an independent and flexible manner
- PhD degree in the Life Sciences
- Very good English language skills (oral and written)

What we offer
- Exciting activity at a Leibniz Association institute
- Working as part of a highly motivated team in an international environment
- Remuneration according to EG 13TV-AVH (Hamburg Employment Law Association Collective Agreement) (comparable to TVöD - Civil Service Collective Agreement), including company pension scheme
- 30 days of annual vacation
- Further training opportunities, incl. subsidized English and German courses at the Institute
- Grant for unscheduled child care
- Health protection offers at the Institute (in cooperation with voiio GmbH)
- Flexible, family-friendly working hours
- HVV Deutschlandticket subsidy
- Canteen use subsidy

The position is initially limited for 2 years with starting date 2nd quartile of 2025.
**Contact**:
Leibniz-Institut für Virologie (LIV)
Personalabteilung
Martinistraße 52, 20251 Hamburg
Leibniz Institute of Virology (LIV) | Martinistraße 52 (N63) | 20251 Hamburg |