Computational Scientist (d/f/m) in Translational Immunology

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Arbeitszeit
Vollzeit

Eintrittsdatum
01.06.2025

Dauer der Anstellung
Befristet

Bewerbungsfrist
16.04.2025

Einsatzort Charité
BIH Berlin Mitte

Jobcode
4530

Entgeltgruppe
E13

Company describtion

The mission of the Berlin Institute of Health at Charité (BIH) is medical translation: transferring biomedical research findings into novel approaches to personalized prediction, prevention, diagnostics and therapies and, conversely, using clinical observations to develop new research ideas. The aim is to deliver relevant medical benefits to patients and the population at large. Since 2021 the BIH has been integrated into Charité as its so-called third pillar.

For the group of Prof. Dr. Birgit Sawitzki starting from 2025 June, 01 until 2027 October, 31 we are looking for a Computational Scientist in Translational Immunology (f/m/d) in full-time (38,5h/week).

The Sawitzki lab at the Berlin Institute of Health at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin investigates the molecular mechanisms of immune cell activation and regulation to reveal how components of the immune response themselves become a trigger of destructive inflammatory reactions, like in the context of autoimmune disease or post-acute infections (post-COVID19). We are using state-of-the-art multi-omics technologies (cytometry, imaging, scRNAseq) as well as in vitro perturbation cultures to dissect causalities behind compositional changes of immune cells. We are an international research group and are looking for a highly interested and motivated bioinformation for our BMBF-funded collaborative research projects “NKSG” and “CURE-ME” to support the analysis of the immune cells in Post-COVID19 and Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome.

What you can expect

Development, optimization, and application of robust and reproducible analysis pipelines for multi-omics datasets, including cytometry, proteomics, and scRNA-seq.
Collaboration with clinicians, basic researchers, and data scientists involved in research project implementation.
Processing, visualization, and interpretation of analysis results within a scientific context (a background in immunology research is advantageous).
Engagement in scientific discussions with consortium investigators, the broader scientific community, and other stakeholders.
Collaboration with other scientists in our research group concerning omics data analysis.
Literature review to stay updated on emerging methods, datasets, and discoveries in the field of multi-omics.
Preparation of R&D reports and scientific publications.

What you bring along

MSc in Bioinformatics, Natural Sciences, or a related field, with at least two years of full-time practical experience in bioinformatics analysis within a research group in medical life sciences; a relevant PhD is an advantage.
Strong programming skills, in R and / or Python, with experience in handling and analyzing high-dimensional single-cell datasets (scRNA-seq, cytometry).
Extensive experience in multi-omics analysis and biostatistics.
Proven experience in research projects within a multidisciplinary environment.
Track record of publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
Strong project and data management skills.
Excellent spoken and written English.

What we offer you

A varied job in a forward-looking research institute
Pay group E13 TVöD VKA-K. The classification is based on qualifications, the respective experience level is calculated on the basis of professional experience. The annual salary (gross) is stated for a full-time position without special or additional payments. The collective agreement can be found here.
Additional benefits customary in the public sector (including annual special payment, company pension scheme (VBL), capital-forming benefits)
Flexible working hours and the option of working remote
30 vacation days per year (with a five-day week)
Various support offers to balance work and family life (childcare, cooperation with voiio)
Very good training and further education opportunities
Mobile citizens' office on site
Corporate benefits (travel, leisure, shopping, etc.), Charité Gympass, JobRad
Very easily accessible and attractive workplace at the Rahel Hirsch Center for Translational Medicine, Luisenstr. 65, 10117 Berlin

We live diversity!

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion and ideology, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity. Applications from women are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled and equivalent applicants will be given special consideration if they have the same qualifications and suitability.
We believe that diverse teams representing a wide range of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds enrich our research and work.

Please submit your application via our online application form with a letter of motivation, curriculum vitae (without photo, without age statement and without information about your marital status) and other relevant attachments (such as employer references, degree certificates, etc.) by 2025 April, 16, quoting the reference number 4530.

Note: If you have a foreign degree, please submit proof of recognition of your degree in Germany with your application. The proof can be obtained via the anabin database. Please note that it may be necessary to obtain a certificate assessment from the ZAB. You can find more information here.

Proof of measles immunity / measles vaccination is a prerequisite for employment for those born after 1970.

You can find more information about BIH here.

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Contact person

If you have any technical questions about the job posting, please contact Ms. Dr. Manuela Fiedler (e-mail: manuela.fiedler@bih-charite.de).

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Additional information

Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin makes its personnel decisions based on suitability, ability and professional performance. The Charité aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions and therefore strongly encourages women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority within the scope of legal possibilities. Applications from people with a migration background who meet the recruitment requirements are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. A police good-conduct certificate, in some cases an extended good-conduct certificate, is required at the time of recruitment. Unfortunately, application documents can be returned only if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. Any incurred travel expenses cannot be reimbursed.