The Research Department Viral Zoonoses – One Health, headed by Prof. Dr. Gül?ah Gabriel investigates the interspecies transmission of influenza A viruses from animals to humans and the molecular mechanisms of pathogenesis in humans, particularly with regard to risk factors (pregnancy, obesity, and gender dependence). The aim of the department is to identify and characterize viral and cellular determinants that contribute to the increased pathogenicity and transmission of influenza viruses in humans. In addition, we also translate our knowledge on influenza viruses to other respiratory viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2 and RSV. In the long term, we will use acquired knowledge on common pathogenicity factors to develop new antiviral strategies.
Your tasks
- Conduct and shape a research project on the pathogenesis of respiratory virus infections under BSL-2 and BSL-3 conditions
- Work as an independent researcher with accountability towards the research project
- Integrate into the research team and provide support for junior members/students
- Present research findings at national and international level
- Develop future research projects and draft manuscripts
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Summary
- Application DeadlineNovember 30, 2025
- Study LevelPostdoctoral Fellowships
- SponsorLeibniz Institute of Virology
- Eligible CountryAll Countries
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Benefits
- Working as part of a highly motivated team in a state-of-the-art, international research environment with excellent core facilities
- Remuneration according to EG 13 TV-AVH (Hamburg Employment Law Association Collective Agreement) (comparable to TVöD - Civil Service Collective Agreement), including company pension scheme, 30 days of annual vacation
- Further training opportunities, incl. subsidized English and German courses at the institute
- Health protection offers at the institute (in cooperation with voiio GmbH
- Flexible, family-friendly working hours
- HVV Deutschlandticket subsidy
- Canteen use subsidy
The position is initially limited for 2 years with starting date 1st quartile of 2026.
Requirements
- Solid expertise in virology or cell biology and experimental laboratory work
- Strong commitment, team spirit, very good communication and organizational skills, and ability to work in an independent and flexible manner
- PhD degree in Life Sciences
- Very good German and English language skills (oral and written)
Application Deadline
November 30, 2025How To Apply
Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to
Leibniz Institute of Virology on jobs.leibniz-liv.de to apply
- Your application should include a letter of motivation, CV, short description of previous research projects and technical expertise, names and contact details of two references and your certificates.
- Your application should be in English language.
If you have further scientific questions regarding the position, please do not hesitate to contact Dr. Stephanie Stanelle-Bertram ([email protected]). The Human Resources department will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the application process ([email protected]).
For more information, kindly visit Leibniz Insititute of Virology webpage.
