Scientist - Immuno-oncology & Image Analysis

Die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft betreibt in Deutschland derzeit 76 Institute und Forschungseinrichtungen und ist die weltweit führende Organisation für anwendungsorientierte Forschung. Rund 30 000 Mitarbeitende erarbeiten das jährliche Forschungsvolumen von 2,9 Milliarden Euro.

The **Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine - ITEM** is one of 76 institutes of the Fraunhofer Society, the largest applied research organization in Europe. The Fraunhofer ITEM has successfully been offering contract research for all aspects of human health for 40 years. Our mission is to protect human life in our industrialized world from health hazards and to contribute to the development of new therapeutic approaches.

At the division of “**Personalized Tumor Therapy**” of Fraunhofer ITEM in Regensburg, we investigate metastasis of solid tumors and develop new diagnostic tests and therapeutic approaches for systemic cancer. One of our current aims is to establish standardized immuno-oncology screening assays based on patient-derived material and to strengthen our imaging and data analysis capabilities.

We are looking for a scientist with a strong interest in drug and target discovery, image analysis, and bioinformatics to bridge the gap between automated lab experiments and data analysis.

**Was Sie bei uns tun**
- Furthermore, you will contribute to research projects and perform research tasks independently.

**Was Sie mitbringen**
- M.Sc. or PhD degree in biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, molecular medicine, bioinformatics, computer science or another field with strong connection to natural or engineering sciences.
- Experience in biomedicine, cancer biology, metastasis formation and/or immunooncology would be an advantage.
- Programming skills in scripting languages, like R and Python, and knowledge of image analysis software, like PerkinElmer’s Harmony, ImageJ/Fiji and CellProfiler, are highly desirable. Some background in machine learning and AI would be a plus.
- Knowledge in handling and analysis of large data sets (e.g. HTS) would be an advantage.
- Interest in high-content image analysis - from 2D to 5D - and developing data analysis pipelines for large-scale screening campaigns together with bioinformaticians would be very welcome.
- Hands-on experience with cell cultures (2D) and organoid models (3D) as well as advanced microscopy would be an advantage.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
- An independent personality with commitment, adaptability, team spirit, and a positive attitude.
- The ability to lead and manage research projects and perform research tasks independently.
- Fluency in spoken and written English. A working knowledge of German would be an advantage.

**Was Sie erwarten können**
- We offer you an exciting and innovative research environment at the intersection of precision oncology, drug discovery, and data science.
- You will have the opportunity to work in an infrastructure equipped with state-of-the-art high-throughput screening technologies and make a difference in the life of cancer patients by implementing a bed-to-bench-and-back personalized therapy approach.
- You will gain insight into clinical problems and contribute to the development of diagnostics and therapies for cancer patients.
- You will become part of a dynamic team in an innovative scientific environment (pharmaceutical companies, biotech, diagnostics, clinics, academic partners).
- Our location in the UNESCO World Heritage City of Regensburg offers you many leisure activities and an attractive environment. However, remote work (within EU) may still be possible.
- Appointment, remuneration and social security benefits based on the public-sector collective wage agreement (TVöD).
- The position is initially limited to 2 years - however, we are looking towards long-term employment.
- The weekly working time is 39 hours.

Wir wertschätzen und fördern die Vielfalt der Kompetenzen unserer Mitarbeitenden und begrüßen daher alle Bewerbungen - unabhängig von Alter, Geschlecht, Nationalität, ethnischer und sozialer Herkunft, Religion, Weltanschauung, Behinderung sowie sexueller Orientierung und Identität. Schwerbehinderte Menschen werden bei gleicher Eignung bevorzugt eingestellt.

Mit ihrer Fokussierung auf zukunftsrelevante Schlüsseltechnologien sowie auf die Verwertung der Ergebnisse in Wirtschaft und Industrie spielt die Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft eine zentrale Rolle im Innovationsprozess. Als Wegweiser und Impulsgeber für innovative Entwicklungen und wissenschaftliche Exzellenz wirkt sie mit an der Gestaltung unserer Gesellschaft und unserer Zukunft.

**Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Dann bewerben Sie sich jetzt online mit Ihren aussagekräftigen Bewerbungsunterlagen. Wir freuen uns darauf, Sie kennenzulernen**

Questions about this position will be answered by:
**Dr. Christian Werno**

Fraunhofer-Institut für Toxikologie und Experimentelle Medizin ITEM

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