The Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine (BNITM, www.bnitm.de/en) is the largest Research Institute for Tropical Medicine in Germany and member of the Leibniz Research Association, the National Reference Centre for Tropical Pathogens, and a WHO Collaborating Centre.

The Structural Virology group of Dr. Maria Rosenthal at the Bernhard Nocht Institute for Tropical Medicine (BNITM) in Hamburg is looking for a highly motivated

• Completed master's degree or equivalent in biochemistry or a related field
• Solid background and practical experience in biochemistry and molecular biology
• Knowledge in virology and cell biology is a strong plus
• Practical experience in cell culture and virology is a strong plus
• Eligibility, willingness and physical fitness to work in biosafety level (BSL) 3 and 4 laboratories, successful security clearance required
• Motivation to learn new methods
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work independently and creatively
• Detailed documentation of experiments and presentation of results
• Strong team spirit and communication skills
• Willingness and ability to supervise and train students at the bachelor and master level
• Willingness to work both at BNITM and the Fraunhofer ITMP ScreeningPort (Hamburg)

• An interesting and challenging research project with an applied focus
• Comprehensive training in a vibrant scientific environment and using state-of-the-art instrumentation
• Integration into an open-minded, collaborative, and highly motivated research team
• A structured PhD training program and opportunities for further education and training
• A chance to participate in national and international conferences
• Flexible and family-friendly working time models
• 30 vacation days per year
• Childcare subsidy
• Subsidy for HVV-ProfiTicket as "Deutschlandticket" (Basic)
• Company pension

Starting date should be October 1st 2025. The position is initially limited to 42 months and according to the rules of the public service under the TV-AVH (collective agreement of the "Arbeitsrechtliche Vereinigung Hamburg"). For the activity in the BSL-4 lab, health suitability and a successful security clearance by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counterterrorism (Ü2) are necessary.

As a member of the Diversity Charter, the largest diversity management network in Germany, we are also committed to making diversity an integral part of our institute culture. It is our goal to create a working environment that is free of prejudice.