Stellenangebote

Scientific Coordinator (TVL-E13)
Bernhard Nieswandt Lab – Chair of Experimental Biomedicine I
at Rudolf Virchow Center (RVZ), Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg (JMU), Germany

About the Lab

The Würzburg Platelet Group is internationally recognized for fundamental and translational research in platelet
and megakaryocyte biology, with a particular focus on thrombo-inflammation, thrombopoiesis, and vascular
immunology. We combine mouse genetics, advanced in vivo imaging, disease models (ischemic stroke,
myocardial infarction, pulmonary inflammation, thrombosis), biochemistry, proteomics, and clinical translation.

Our long-term vision is to understand how platelets and their precursors shape vascular homeostasis and
contribute to inflammatory and thrombotic diseases. By dissecting the molecular mechanisms of platelet activation,
receptor signaling, intercellular communication, and platelet–immune cross-talk, we aim to identify new diagnostic
markers and therapeutic strategies.

The lab is embedded within the Rudolf Virchow Center (RVZ) and the University Hospital campus – offering direct
access to world-class core facilities (light-sheet microscopy, multiphoton IVM, cryo-EM, MS-based proteomics,
high-content screening) and a vibrant interdisciplinary community of biologists, physicists, clinicians, and
computational scientists.
 

Your Tasks

As the Scientific Coordinator & Lab Manager, you will:

- Strategy & coordination.

• Support medium- and long-term research planning and cross-project coordination (thrombo-inflammation, thrombopoiesis, translational projects).
• Track milestones, risks and interdependencies and maintain an integrated project roadmap.

- Grants & scientific communication

• Support the PI in preparing grant applications (DFG, ERC, BMBF, EU, foundations): text drafting, work plans, timelines, budgets, risk-mitigation sections.
• Help with manuscripts and preprints and prepare figures, schematics and graphical abstracts (e.g. Adobe Illustrator, Affinity, BioRender).

- Funding & finances

• Scout relevant funding opportunities (DFG, ERC, CRC/SFB, BZKF, foundations, international calls) and help coordinate internal review processes.
• Support budget planning, investment priorities and cost tracking in close interaction with RVZ/JMU/UKW administration.

- Reporting, compliance & data management

• Coordinate scientific and financial reporting for active grants and ensure compliance with funding agency guidelines and internal regulations (ethics, animal use, biosafety where applicable).
• Contribute to data management plans (FAIR principles), documentation and reproducibility standards.

- Internal & external communications

• Act as central contact point for lab organization; structure information flow, meeting schedules and decision logs.
• Coordinate collaborations with academic and industry partners (e.g. MoUs, MTAs, CDAs) in alignment with JMU/UKW technology transfer.

- Events & community

• Help organize seminars, retreats, symposia and collaborator visits.

- Onboarding, fellowships & recruitment

• Support incoming PhD students and postdocs with fellowship applications (e.g. Humboldt, EMBO, DFG) in coordination with faculty administration.
• Assist with recruitment: applicant communication, interview scheduling and visit logistics.

- Operations & lab management

• Oversee onboarding/offboarding, basic lab organization, key inventories and shared equipment scheduling/maintenance in close cooperation with technical staff and core facilities.
• Support EHS-related documentation and routine processes.

Your Profile

• PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedicine, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology or a related life-science discipline.
• Strong interest in scientific writing and communication; prior experience with grants and/or manuscripts is an advantage.
• Experience or clear motivation to develop skills in project/program management in a research environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and structured, reliable working style.
• Experience with scientific figure preparation and layout (e.g. Adobe Illustrator or equivalent).
• Ability to prioritize, multitask and deliver in a dynamic, interdisciplinary setting.
• Very good communication skills and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset; strong team spirit.
• Fluency in English and good working knowledge of German (written and spoken).

We Offer

• You will join a collaborative, internationally visible environment at the Rudolf Virchow Center / University Hospital Würzburg, working at the forefront of platelet biology, thrombopoiesis and thrombo-inflammation.
• The opportunity to shape grant strategy and multi-group research programs with real translational potential.
• Close interaction with leading national and international collaborators and access to state-of-the-art core facilities (imaging, screening, omics).
• A full-time position (TV-L E13, according to qualifications and experience) with standard public-sector benefits.
• A family-friendly workplace within a supportive university environment.
• Start date: 16.03.2026, initially limited to one year (extension intended, subject to funding).

Female scientists are particularly encouraged to apply. Disabled applicants will be given preferential consideration
in case of equal qualification.

Please send your application as a single PDF file (max. 10 MB), including cover letter, detailed CV, copies of certificates/transcripts and contact details of two referees until January 6, 2026

by e-mail to bernhard.nieswandt@uni-wuerzburg.de

or by post to Rudolf-Virchow-Zentrum
Prof. Dr. Bernhard Nieswandt
Josef-Schneider-Str. 2 / D15
97080 Würzburg

Further information: https://www.platelets.eu/

Join Us as a Group Leader (f/m/d)

Rudolf Virchow Center for Integrative and Translational Bioimaging (RVZ)
University of Würzburg, Germany

Are you ready to lead your own research group in an inspiring, interdisciplinary environment?
The Rudolf Virchow Center (RVZ) at the University of Würzburg is seeking an outstanding early-career scientist to establish an independent research program that is both ambitious and innovative and aligns with the overall focus of the RVZ.

The RVZ unites 14 research groups developing and applying advanced imaging and analytical methods to uncover the molecular and cellular mechanisms of disease — bridging the gap between basic discovery and biomedical innovation.

What We Offer

• Independent group leader position (6 years, 3+3)
• Generous start-up package and substantial core funding
• Collaborative environment across disciplines
• Limited teaching load to focus on research
• Access to state-of-the-art imaging facilities and vibrant research networks (e.g. CRCs UbiCancer, Cardio-immune Interfaces, Decisions in Infectious Diseases, and the upcoming Cluster of Excellence NUCLEATE).

Your Profile

• PhD in the natural sciences (or equivalent)
• A visionary research plan addressing fundamental biomedical questions
• Passion for interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific leadership

Why Würzburg

The RVZ is embedded in a world-class biomedical research ecosystem — including the Helmholtz Institute for RNA-based Infection Research, the Max Planck Research Group in Systems Immunology, and the University Hospital Würzburg.
Our university offers outstanding support for international researchers, including relocation, family services, and professional development programs.

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and strongly encourage applications from women and researchers with disabilities.

Apply Now

Send your single PDF application to personal@virchow.uni-wuerzburg.de
including:

1. Cover letter (1 page)
2. CV
3. Publication list (highlighting 5 key papers)
4. Research plan (max. 3 pages)
5. Contact details of 3 referees

Deadline: December 31, 2025
Informal inquiries: katrin.heinze@uni-wuerzburg.de

Wir, die Arbeitsgruppe Spahn, suchen zum nächstmöglichen Zeitpunkt eine motivierte Hilfskraft für die experimentelle Unterstützung im Biolabor.

Unsere Gruppe befindet sich am Rudolf-Virchow-Zentrum am Uniklinikumsgelände in Grombühl. Der Forschungsschwerpunkt unserer Gruppe besteht in der Untersuchung bakterieller Organisation mittels höchstauflösender Mikroskopie. Diese modernen Methoden ermöglichen es, Bakterien mit einer Auflösung von wenigen Nanometern abzubilden und so Einblicke in fundamentale Prozesse zu erlangen.

Abbildung 1: Höchstauflösende Mikroskopie enthüllt Detail bakterieller Organisation.

Für die Untersuchung der Organisation von Escherichia coli benötigen wir Unterstützung in verschiedenen Bereichen. Die Aufgaben der Hilfskraft beinhalten die Kultivierung von Bakterien, Probenvorbereitung für die Mikroskopie, sowie die mikroskopische Untersuchung der Proben. Des Weiteren erfordert das Projekt molekularbiologische Arbeiten in Form von Klonierung von Plasmiden, sowie eventuell Aufreinigung und Markierung von Proteinen.

Gesucht werden interessierte Kandidat*innen mit folgendem Profil:

- Bachelorabschluss in einem biologischen Studiengang

- Erfahrungen in mindestens einem der folgenden Bereiche:
Mikrobiologie, Molekularbiologie oder Mikroskopie

- Hohe Motivation und Lernbereitschaft

- Sorgfältige und gewissenhafte Arbeitsweise

- Hohe Teamfähigkeit, gute Englischkenntnisse

Die HiWi-Stelle ist projektbedingt auf einen Zeitraum von 6 Monaten begrenzt, mit einer wöchentlichen Arbeitszeit von 10 Stunden.

Interessierte Bewerber*innen senden ihre Bewerbung, bestehend aus einem kurzen Motivationsschreiben und Lebenslauf, bitte an folgende Adresse:

Inka.robinson@uni-wuerzburg.de

Weitere Informationen zu unserer Forschung finden Sie auf der Seite des „Nanoscale Bacteriology Labs“: https://www.uni-wuerzburg.de/en/rvz/research-groups/spahn-group/

Wir freuen uns auf Ihre Bewerbung!