Imaging Staff Scientist

Reference number: 2025-0142

• Mainz
• Full-time
• HI-TRON Mainz - Cellular Phenotyping Platform

“Research for a life without cancer" is our mission at the German Cancer Research Center. We investigate how cancer develops, identify cancer risk factors and look for new cancer prevention strategies. We develop new methods with which tumors can be diagnosed more precisely and cancer patients can be treated more successfully. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. This is what makes our daily work so meaningful and exciting.

For the Helmholtz Institute HI-TRON in Mainz we are looking for the next possible date for a

  The Helmholtz Institute HI-TRON in Mainz is a collaboration of the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) with the Johannes Gutenberg-University (JGU), the University Medicine Mainz (UM Mainz) and the non-profit TRON gGmbH (TRON). The aim of the partnership is to develop pioneering immunotherapies and identify new biomarkers for the effectiveness of the treatment.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Staff Scientist with a strong background in advanced imaging techniques, including confocal microscopy, live-cell imaging, Coherent Raman Scattering (CRS), and two-photon microscopy.
The successful candidate will join the HI-TRON Cellular Phenotyping Platform where he/she will play a key role in supporting and advancing imaging-based research across the research divisions of HI-TRON. This position involves working with state-of-the-art imaging platforms to drive innovation in cancer research, immunology, and molecular biology.

Your Tasks

• Ensure the operation and maintenance of advanced microscopy systems for confocal, live-cell, and in vivo imaging
• Develop, optimize, and implement imaging workflows for 2D and 3D imaging of fixed and live specimens
• Train and support researchers in experimental design, image acquisition, and data analysis to ensure high-quality data acquisition and interpretation of results
• Stay current with emerging imaging technologies, image analysis tools and best practices in advanced microscopy
• Assist with platform management, user coordination, and technical documentation

Your Profile

• PhD in life sciences, biomedical engineering, biophysics, or a related discipline, with proven expertise in advanced microscopy
• Experience in an imaging facility would be considered a strong asset
• Demonstrated experience with fluorescence microscopy techniques (e.g., confocal, two-photon) and CRS imaging systems or related imaging technologies
• Strong background in quantitative image analysis software such as FIJI/ImageJ, Imaris or similar platforms
• Research experience in cancer biology, immunology, or molecular biology is strongly preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills to train users at different expertise levels and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
• Proficient in laboratory management practices, including equipment maintenance
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English; German language skills are not required but would be considered an asset

We Offer

Are you interested?

 Then become part of the DKFZ and join us in contributing to a life without cancer!

 ​Duration: The position is initially limited to 2 years with the possibility of prolongation.

Application Deadline: 05.06.2025

Applications by e-mail cannot be accepted.

Please also note that we cannot return applications submitted by post.

 

We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives on the diversity of its employees. Therefore, we welcome applications from talented people, regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical ability, religion and age. People with severe disabilities are given preference if they have the same aptitude.

Notice: We are subject to the regulations of the Infection Protection Act (IfSG). Therefore, all our employees must provide proof of immunity against measles.

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