Job Description

We’re hiring in Augsburg!
Looking for a postdoc in bioinformatics with a focus on single-cell / multi-omics data at our Augsburg Bioinformatics Core Facility.
Great mix of collaborative projects + method development, working closely with clinicians and researchers on translational topics.
If you (or someone in your network) might be interested, feel free to reach out or apply directly at office.sysmed@informatik.uni-augsburg.de.

Deadline: April 30, 2026

At the University of Augsburg for the Augsburg Bioinformatics Core Facility (ABC) with a focus
on single-cell data analysis and scientific support of biomedical research projects is seeking to fill,
at the earliest possible date, a position for a
Research Associate (m/f/d) at postdoctoral level
The position will initially be filled as a civil servant on a fixed-term basis (Beamten-verhältnis auf
Zeit) for a period of three years at full-time hours. The position is suitable for part-time
employment. Subsequently, a transition to a probationary/permanent civil servant position
(Beamtenverhältnis auf Probe/Lebenszeit) as a Research Associate is intended.
The successful candidate will work closely, as a scientific collaborator, with the leadership of the
ABC as well as with internationally recognized scientists, faculty members, clinical researchers,
and bioinformaticians. A particular focus will be on the integration of single-cell and multi-omics
data in translational research projects.
The position is organizationally affiliated with the Modeling and Simulation of Biological Processes
Lab at the University of Augsburg. The lab integrates quantitative systems modeling with advanced
AI and machine learning approaches to identify novel therapeutic strategies for cancer and other
diseases, leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as single-cell sequencing and deep learning
to decode complex disease mechanisms and improve patient outcomes.
Role within the Core Facility

• The position combines scientific service with method development and collaborative
  research. The successful candidate will contribute to core facility operations by supporting
  and advising multiple projects, while also having dedicated time for the development of
  advanced single-cell and multi-omics analysis methods. Active intellectual contribution to
  study design, data interpretation, and publications is expected and encouraged.
  Key Responsibilities
• Scientific and organizational contributions to the ABC core facility, with a primary focus on
  single-cell sequencing data analysis (e.g., scRNA-seq, scATAC-seq, multimodal single-cell
  data), and the analysis of bulk NGS data from normal and tumor tissue samples.
• Proactive consultation and support of research projects at the University of Augsburg and
  partner institutions (UKA), especially in experimental design, data analysis strategies, and
  interpretation of both single-cell and bulk sequencing data.
• Development, adaptation, and application of bioinformatic workflows for single-cell, bulk
  transcriptomics, and related omics analyses.
• Contribution to data integration approaches, combining single-cell data with bulk omics,
  clinical, and phenotypic data.
• Documentation, reproducibility, and quality assurance of analysis pipelines used within the
  core facility.
• Contribute to teaching and training (workshops/tutorials) in line with institutional
  requirements.
• Support of scientific publications through high-quality data analysis and visualization.
  Your Profile:
• A completed PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, systems biology, data science,
  or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in single-cell sequencing data analysis.
• Solid programming skills, preferably in Python and/or R, and experience with established
  bioinformatics tools and frameworks.
• Proven experience with workflow management systems (e.g., Snakemake, Nextflow) and
  controlled software environments (e.g., Docker, Singularity, Conda).
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and proactive outreach, particularly at the
  interface of medicine, biology, and computer science.
• Experience with HPC environments and large-scale data analysis.
• Ability to work independently, reliably, and in a service-oriented core facility environment.
• Very good command of English; basic knowledge of German is also required.
  We Offer:
• Opportunities for independent work and leadership.
• A scientifically engaging postdoctoral-level position within a well-established and
  collaborative bioinformatics core facility.
• Intellectual ownership and active involvement in high-impact single-cell and multi-omics
  research projects with clinical and translational relevance.
• Access to state-of-the-art single-cell technologies, high-performance computing
  infrastructure, and modern bioinformatics workflows.
• Close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams spanning biology, medicine, and
  computational sciences.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, conference
  participation, and method development.
• Flexible and family-friendly working conditions within an international research
  environment.
• Employment and remuneration according to pay grade A13 under the applicable
  public-sector regulations. Initially appointed as a civil servant on a fixed-term basis for
  three years, with the option of tenure in a probationary/permanent civil servant
  position.
• A secure, inclusive, and stimulating working environment within a public research
  institution.
  Interested? Please submit your application (cover letter, CV, and relevant certificates) as a single
  PDF file by
  30th April 2026
  to Prof. Dr. Andreas Raue at office.sysmed@informatik.uni-augsburg.de.
  Applicants with severe disabilities (m/f/d) will be given preferential consideration in the case of
  otherwise essentially equal suitability, qualifications, and professional performance.
  The University of Augsburg promotes gender equality in employment. Women are expressly
  encouraged to apply.
  The University of Augsburg is particularly committed to supporting the reconciliation of family life
  and professional employment.
  The required qualifications must already be demonstrated in the application documents by
  submitting the appropriate certificates.