ELMI was created in 2001 to establish a unique communication network between European scientists working in the field of light microscopy and the manufacturers of their equipment.
The Advanced Light Microscopy Facility at EMBL Heidelberg (ALMF) offers a collection of state of the art equipment and image processing tools to support in-house scientists and visitors in using light microscopy methods for their research. In collaboration with other Core Facilities the ALMF also offers a service in correlative light and electron microscopy, spatial omics and high throughput chemical screens.
Your role
This post-doctoral position is a joint appointment with the Translational Lung Research Center and the group/ Advanced light Microscopy Facility of Dr. Rainer Pepperkok at EMBL. The candidate will be part of the EMBL Postdoctoral Program with access to training, mentorship and career development opportunities.
We are seeking a highly motivated light microscopy expert. (S)he will support and teach users both at ALMF and TLRC in advanced light microscopy techniques. This includes all aspects of assay development with respect to automated image acquisition, image data analysis and data management. Post holder will also write custom software packages that allow users to conduct experiments automatically and if necessary develop custom hardware in collaboration with the EMBL workshops and industrial partners. (S)he will also participate in the testing and establishing of cutting-edge microscopy technology equipment in collaboration with the industrial partners of the facility. Post holder will participate in the organization and teaching of international courses on advanced microscopy techniques.
You have
Candidates should have a PhD in either life sciences, physics or engineering. Advanced skills in widefield and confocal microscopy techniques are essential. Practical knowledge in image analysis and experience teaching microscopy or image analysis is expected. The successful candidate should be a team player and have good communication and organisational skills. Fluency in English is compulsory.
You might also have
Previous experience in one or more of the following microscopy techniques would be beneficial: Light-sheet, super-resolution, high-throughput microscopy, live cell imaging. Skills in cell culture and sample preparation would be advantageous. Experience with one or more of the programming languages Python, Java, LabView, Matlab, C++ would be appreciated.
Why join us
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation with a very collegial and family friendly working environment. The remuneration package comprises a competitive salary, a comprehensive pension scheme, medical, educational and other social benefits, and the availability of an excellent child care facility on campus.
What else you need to know
We are Europe’s flagship research laboratory for the life sciences – an intergovernmental organisation performing scientific research in disciplines including molecular biology, physics, chemistry and computer science. We are an international, innovative and interdisciplinary laboratory with more than 1600 employees from many nations, operating across six sites, in Heidelberg (HQ), Barcelona, Hinxton near Cambridge, Hamburg, Grenoble and Rome. Our mission is to offer vital services in training scientists, students and visitors at all levels; to develop new instruments and methods in the life sciences and actively engage in technology transfer activities, and to integrate European life science research. Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.
Please contact Rainer Pepperkok or Stefan Terjung for additional information.