Research Group Leader in RNA Biology

IMB (www.imb.de) is a research centre on the campus of Mainz University, Germany. It is generously funded by the Boehringer Ingelheim Foundation and the state of Rhineland-Palatinate, which jointly support IMB with over €250 million since 2010. Our research focuses on the biology of the cell nucleus and ranges from the molecular level to organismic, systems and computational approaches. Researchers at IMB are supported by strong core facilities that offer state-of-the-art services in bioinformatics, cytometry, genomics, histology & microscopy, proteomics and protein production.

We seek outstanding, interactive candidates with a strong publication record and an innovative research profile in RNA BIOLOGY, including RNA-protein interactions, RNA processing, RNA modifications, regulatory RNA, R-loops and RNA therapeutics.

As the successful candidate, you will have opportunities to network with the following research initiatives in Mainz: the RTG 4R on “R-loop regulation in robustness and resilience” (https://4r-rtg.de), the CRC/TransRegio TRR319 on “RNA Modification and Processing” (RMaP; www.trr319-rmap.de), the CRC on “Regulation of DNA repair and genome stability” (www.sfb1361.de), the CRC on “Cellular function driven by polymer concepts” (https://crc1551.com), the Centre for Healthy Ageing (www.cha-mainz.de), the profile area ReALity (Resilience, Adaptation & Longevity; https://reality.uni-mainz.de) and the RTG GenEvo on “Gene regulation in evolution” (www.genevo-rtg.de).

Positions are initially offered for 5 years and can be extended to up to 10 years following positive evaluation. The group leader package includes an attractive salary and annual budget. There are no teaching obligations, but teaching opportunities are available at Mainz University.

To apply, please upload your application containing your cover letter, CV and a concise description of your research interests and future research plans to our application form. Please also arrange for two letters of recommendation to be sent to hr@imb.de, quoting the reference HUGL04. Questions can be addressed to Helle Ulrich (h.ulrich(at)imb.de). The deadline for applications is 5 January 2025. Interviews will take place in Mainz from 12-13 February 2025.