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PostDoc in Computational Biology at Leibniz Institute for Environmental Medicine

Leibniz Institute for Environmental Medicine

Last verified: 21/09/2026

Verified · Sep 2026
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Postdoc

Region

Global

Deadline

Rolling basis, position starts as soon as possible.

Funding

Remuneration is based on pay group 13 TV-L, currently ranging from 4,088 to 6,037 Euro per month depending on experience, plus a supplementary company pension scheme.

Duration

Initially limited to 2 years, with the option of continued and possibly permanent employment.

Key dates

Rolling
Recurrence
rolling
Date confidence
unknown
Last verified
21/09/2026

Overview

The Computational Phenomics group at the Leibniz Research Institute for Environmental Medicine in Düsseldorf is hiring a Postdoctoral researcher to study molecular mechanisms of aging and environmental toxin responses. The project involves analyzing multi-omics data from cell cultures, human subjects, and animal models to identify evolutionary adaptations linked to longevity and disease resistance. Researchers will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and the opportunity to develop an independent research profile within a newly established team.

Eligibility

Candidates must hold a PhD in life sciences, informatics, or mathematics. Proficiency in programming and experience with the evaluation of omics data, such as next-generation sequencing, are required. Desirable skills include knowledge in multi-omics integration, machine learning, phylogenetics, genome assembly, or epigenetic clocks.

Relevant fields

Life SciencesBioinformatics

Key Requirements

  • PhD in life sciences, informatics, or mathematics
  • Experience with next-generation sequencing and omics data evaluation
  • Proven programming skills
  • Experience in the implementation of research projects
  • Short letter of motivation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Qualification certificates

How to Apply

  1. 1Prepare a short letter of motivation, CV, and qualification certificates as a single summarized PDF document
  2. 2Include the reference 'Computational Phenomics' in the subject line
  3. 3Submit the application via email to the contact provided by the institution

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Documents to prepare (15)

  • Academic CVRequired

    Research-focused CV: techniques, model systems, publications, conference posters and funding.

    Lead time: 2–3 days

  • Research statementRequired

    Two pages: what you have shown so far, the question you want to open next, and why this host lab.

    Lead time: 1–2 weeks

  • Transcripts and degree certificatesRequired

    Official copies, plus certified English translations if the originals are in another language.

    Lead time: 2–4 weeks (registrar)

  • Reference lettersRequired

    Usually two or three, at least one from a research supervisor who has seen you at the bench.

    Lead time: 3–4 weeks

  • Passport / ID copyRequired

    Valid for at least six months beyond the intended start date.

    Lead time: Same day

  • English proficiency proofRequired

    IELTS / TOEFL score, or an official waiver letter if your degree was taught in English.

    Lead time: 4–8 weeks (booking + results)

  • Publication list and PDFsRecommended

    Full list with your contribution per paper, plus PDFs of the two you are proudest of.

    Lead time: 1–3 weeks

  • Supervisor / PI contact emailRecommended

    A short, specific email to the host researcher. Most funded research posts are decided here first.

    Lead time: 1 day to write, 1–2 weeks to hear back

  • PhD in life sciences, informatics, or mathematicsRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Experience with next-generation sequencing and omics data evaluationRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Proven programming skillsRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Experience in the implementation of research projectsRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Short letter of motivationRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Curriculum VitaeRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

  • Qualification certificatesRequired

    Listed explicitly by the provider — treat as mandatory.

    Lead time: Varies

Suggested timeline

  1. 8 weeks before

    Confirm eligibility and contact the host

    Re-read the eligibility on Leibniz Institute for Environmental Medicine's own page and email the supervisor or programme office with a short, specific enquiry.

  2. 6 weeks before

    Ask your referees

    Send each referee your CV, the listing link and the submission date. Chase politely after a week of silence.

  3. 5 weeks before

    Order transcripts and language proof

    Registrars and test centres are the slowest link in the chain — start them before you start writing.

  4. 4 weeks before

    First draft of your statement

    Write the motivation letter and (if required) the research proposal end-to-end. A rough full draft beats a polished half.

  5. 2 weeks before

    Feedback and revision

    Get one researcher and one non-specialist to read it. Cut anything that could be said about any other applicant.

  6. 1 week before

    Assemble and check the package

    File names, formats, page limits, word counts, and every mandatory field in the portal.

  7. 2 days before

    Submit

    Submit early. Portals crash on deadline day and time zones are rarely yours.

  8. After the deadline

    Follow up and keep applying

    Note the decision date, send one polite follow-up if it passes, and keep two backup listings running in parallel.

Next steps

  • Open the official listing and copy the exact requirement list into your checklist below.
  • Verify the current deadline directly on Leibniz Institute for Environmental Medicine's page — aggregated dates can lag behind.
  • Email the supervisor or PI with a three-paragraph enquiry: who you are, what you can run at the bench, what you want to ask.
  • Add every document above to your checklist and give each one a due date.
  • Line up two backup listings in the same region so a single rejection doesn't cost you the cycle.

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Important Notes

The position includes modern, family-friendly working conditions, flexible working hours with the possibility of mobile work, 30 days of vacation, and a low-cost job ticket for the Rhein Ruhr public transport system.

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