• the generation of advanced models not covered by our standard pipelines, often in direct collaboration with the Research Groups of MPI-CBG. This work requires creativity, problem solving skills, good organisation and communication, precise and reliable experimental planning, execution and documentation. (~50%)
• assay development, introducing new methods and techniques into the facility's toolkit. This work requires following the current scientific literature for new techniques, evaluation of their utility, applicability and cost efficiency and the development of assay condition for the standardised application of these methods in the service. (~50%)

What are we looking for:

• PhD degree in Genetics, Molecular, Cellular or Developmental Biology
• Experience with genome engineering in at least one of the following model systems: tissue culture, stem cells and organoids, mouse, C. elegans, Drosophila or Zebrafish.
• Experience with standard and recombination based DNA cloning
• Excellent organisation and project management skills
• A team player with good communication skills. English is the working language at the MPI-CBG and is a requirement.

Our offer

• We offer a diversified job in a young, scientifically oriented, international team in one of the most renowned research institutions worldwide
• Salary and social benefits according to the applicable civil service German tariff corresponding with qualification and experience up to salary group E13 (TVöD Bund)
• Attractive pension plan via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees' Retirement Fund)
• Discounted job ticket (VVO) and good public transport connections
• Support for a positive work-life balance, including assistance with family and childcare matters

The position is available immediately. The initial contract is for 2 years with the possibility of extension.

The Max Planck Society strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

For informal inquiries, please contact Dr. Mihail Sarov via email (sarov@mpi-cbg.de).

We encourage you to submit your complete application via our online application system stating Code 2023-GenomeEngineering-4180: https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/564/Application/CheckLogin/2?lang=eng

The following materials should be included:

• Cover letter indicating motivation to apply for the position (no more than 1 page)
• CV outlying previous work
• Relevant academic degrees and/or professional certificates
• Contact details of 3 approachable professional references OR letters of recommendation

• In the area of Human Resources: Processing personnel matters from onboarding to offboarding, in compliance with applicable laws, collective bargaining agreements, and company agreements
• Preparation of employment contracts and stipend letters; providing information on related matters in light of employment, social security and tax law
• Independent deadline tracking and monitoring of ongoing processes
• Supervision and further development of programs for guests, research assistants and trainees
• Support in recording, maintaining and evaluating applicant data

• In the area of travel: independent processing of domestic and foreign travel expense reimbursements in accordance with the German Federal Travel Expenses Act (BRKG) with a focus on foreign travel (secondment)
• Interface between the internal payroll department and the accounting department for travel matters
• Contact person for travel reimbursement and mobility related issues
• Processing of internal job ticket requests and monitoring of subscriptions
• New and further development of explanatory documents, SOPs and guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• University degree, preferably in human resources/public administration, or comparable vocational training
• several years of relevant professional experience in human resources, ideally in the area of travel expense accounting
• comprehensive knowledge of the TVÖD as well as labor, tax, social security and supplementary pension law
• excellent communication skills; very good spoken and written German and English skills required
• good user knowledge of MS Office products (MS Word, MS Excel)
• independent, goal-oriented, service-oriented and reliable work style
• quick comprehension, discretion and sense of responsibility

Desired Qualifications

• good user skills in SAP R/3
• analytical skills to assess personal data and derive potential action items
• Team-oriented, proactive approach and the ability to work in an interdisciplinary and intercultural environment.

Our Offer

• Secure full-time employment (39 Hours/Week) in turbulent times, where you are part of scientific progress and can quickly take on personal responsibility
• Long-term career perspectives: a work contract initially limited to 2 years with the prospect of an unlimited contract thereafter, based on mutal agreement
• Remuneration and social benefits based on the collective agreement for the civil service (TVöD) Bund. If the personal and collective agreement legal requirements are met, a classification up to Group 9A is possible
• Warm and cooperative atmosphere with a modern and well-equipped workplace
• Colorful and multicultural work environment with employees from over 50 nations
• Living in Dresden, directly on the Elbe River, an up-and-coming metropolis with a wide range of cultural offerings
• Job benefits: an employer subsidy for the JobTicket (VVO); attractive state pension package scheme (VBL); flexible working hours; home-office option subject to agreement

The Max Planck Society is committed to employing more handicapped people. Applications of handicapped people are strongly encouraged. The Max Planck Society strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Diverse interests, courage and drive to get things done are very welcome in our team.

Are you intrigued? Then we look forward to receiving your application including:

• CV
• letter of motivation, listing your relevant experience and skills, what particularly appeals to you about this job, when you could start, and your salary expectations
• relevant certifications and references

Please upload the above listed documents with the keyword: 2023-HumanResources-6000 by 15.10.2023 via the following link: https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/563/Application/CheckLogin/2?lang=eng

Initial questions about the position can be addressed to Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, via hr(at)mpi-cbg.de. More information about our institute can be found here: www.mpi-cbg.de

Job Description

Mammals evolved divergent architectures of placenta to receive nourishment from the mother during embryogenesis. In our lab, we seek to understand how the uterine microenvironment shapes the fetal-placental interface of various animals, by using early embryos and placental organoids. Our ultimate goal is to investigate how complex and diverse structures emerge to achieve similar functions.

The placenta is an essential organ for the success of mammalian reproduction. Even though the internal organs are structurally similar in the early embryonic stages across mammals, the placenta evolved strikingly different architectures. By taking a comparative approach, we aim to understand the mechanisms underlying how placenta became different from a morphological point of view, while retaining a similar function across species.

Your qualifications

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with enthusiasm and passion for evolutionary developmental biology.
The candidate should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and, possibly, at least one-first author publication.
The candidate should be familiar with embryonic stem cell culture, quantitative (live) imaging and, ideally, light-sheet microscopy. We seek a person with experience in organoid culture and possibly mammalian embryo handling. Experience with Python or R programming, genome editing (transgenesis, CRISPR/Cas9), microfluidics would be an advantage.
Flexibility, team spirit, organizational and interpersonal skills with good knowledge of the English language are required.

Our offer

• We offer a diversified job in a young, international team in one of the most renowned research institutions worldwide
• Salary and social benefits will be in accordance with the regulations of the German TVöD Bund (salary agreement for public service employees, up to level E13). 
• Discounted job ticket (VVO) and good public transport connections
• Support for a positive work-life balance, including assistance with family and childcare matters

The position is available immediately. The initial contract is for 2 years with the possibility of extension based upon mutual agreement.

The Max Planck Society strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Please submit your complete application:

• a cover letter indicating the motivation to apply for this specific position,
• a CV including a publication list,
• a concise description of previous research accomplishments (<1 page), and
• contact details of at least 2 approachable academic referees by September 30 2023 via our online application system stating Code 2023-PostDoc-EvolutionaryDevelopmentalBiology-2490 https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/482/Application/CheckLogin/2?lang=eng  

Das Max-Planck-Institut für molekulare Zellbiologie und Genetik in Dresden ist ein internationales Forschungsinstitut, das sich mit Zell- und Entwicklungsbiologie beschäftigt. Derzeit arbeiten hier etwa 500 Personen aus 53 Nationen in einem Umfeld, das von der Zeitschrift "The Scientist" bereits zweimal mit dem Titel "Best Place to Work" (Academia & Postdocs) ausgezeichnet wurde. Das MPI-CBG ist bekannt für seine flache Organisationsstruktur, Kollegialität, Chancengleichheit und Unterstützung für Familien.

Ihr Aufgabenbereich
* Ausführung technischer Arbeiten im Bereich Facility Management des MPI-CBG, inkl.  Aufzugstechnik, Feststellanlagen, Automatikantriebe, und Labortechnik
* regelmäßige Überwachung aller elektrotechnischen Anlagen für eine störungsfreie Funktionalität
* Ausführung elektrischer, elektromechanischer und elektronischer Dienste - mittels Einsatz von Computer Aided Facility Management- Software (CAFM-Software)
* grundsätzliche Aufgaben an elektrischen und elektromechanischen Anlage, inkl. Programmierung, Einstellung und sicherheitstechnische Überprüfung der Anlagen, Durchführung und Dokumentation der vorgeschriebenen Systemprüfungen unter Beachtung der geltenden Richtlinien und Gesetze, und Fehlererkennung/Fehlerbehebung
* sonstige technischen Dienste, z.B. elektrotechnische Umbau- und Neuinstallationen vornehmen, Freischalthandlungen von Medien, Herstellen von Medienanschlüssen
* Mitarbeit bei der Entwicklung, Umsetzung und Inbetriebnahme von elektronischen Mess-, Steuer- und Regelgeräten für den Betrieb von hochwertigen Anlagen für die Forschung
* Unterstützung bei der Gewährleistung der Elektrosicherheit am Institut

Wir erwarten
* abgeschlossene Berufsausbildung als Elektriker / Elektroniker/in oder vergleichbare elektrotechnische Ausbildung
* gute Deutschkenntnisse
* hohe Kommunikations- und Teamfähigkeit sowie Zuverlässigkeit
* Schaltbefähigung bis 20kV
* Erfahrung mit Anlagen der Gebäudeleittechnik (vorzugsweise der Firma Schneider Electric IBS 8 und der Firma Deos)
* Nachweis als Beauftragte Person für Aufzugsanlagen
* Kenntnisse der Standardanwendungen von Microsoft Office (MS Word, MS Excel)
* Führerschein der Klasse 3 bzw. B
* Plattformcard zum Führen von Hubarbeitsbühnen
* volle gesundheitliche Eignung für die beschriebene Tätigkeit, insbesondere Höhentauglichkeit

Darauf freuen wir uns
* IT-Affinität, sicherer Umgang mit Umgang mit Computer Aided Facility Management- Software (CAFM)
* Bereitschaft zum Schichtsystem im 2er Team
* Rufbereitschaft außerhalb der Arbeitszeit sowie Präsenz bei Erfordernis (Teilnahme am 24-Stunden-Bereitschaftsdienst zur Störungs- und Schadenssofortbeseitigung)
* gute Englischkenntnisse
* ausgeprägte Lernbereitschaft sowie serviceorientiertes Denken und Handeln

Wir bieten
* eine verantwortungsvolle und abwechslungsreiche Tätigkeit in einer angenehmen Arbeitskultur
* einen modern ausgestatteten Arbeitsplatz
* attraktive Altersvorsorge über die Versorgungsanstalt des Bundes und der Länder (VBL)
* langfristige Karriereperspektiven mit einem zunächst auf 2 Jahre befristeten Vertrag in Vollzeit mit der Aussicht auf eine Verlängerung, vorbehaltlich der Zustimmung beider Parteien
* fachliche und persönliche Weiterentwicklung
* einen Arbeitgeberzuschuss zum Deutschlandticket oder JobTicket (VVO)
* Vergütung gemäß TVöD (Bund) je nach Qualifikation und Erfahrung 

Erste Fragen zu der Stelle können an Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, über hr@mpi-cbg.de gerichtet werden. Weitere Informationen über unser Institut finden Sie unter: www.mpi-cbg.de.

Das MPI-CBG setzt sich aktiv für Vielfalt und die Gleichstellung aller Geschlechter ein. Wir begrüßen Bewerbungen von Menschen jeglichen Hintergrunds, unabhängig von Geschlecht, Behinderung, Familienstand oder Elternschaft, ethnischer oder sozialer Herkunft, Religion, Alter, Weltanschauung oder sexueller Orientierung.

Haben wir Ihr Interesse geweckt? Dann freuen wir uns auf Ihre aussagekräftigen Bewerbungsunterlagen inklusive Motivationsschreiben, CV und relevanten Zeugnissen bis zum 29.09.2023 über unser Online-Bewerbungssystem unter 2023-FachkraftElektrotechnischeAnlagen-6000:
https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/560/Application/CheckLogin/1?lang=ger

Max-Planck-Institut für molekulare Zellbiologie und Genetik
Pfotenhauerstraße 108
01307 Dresden, Deutschland
www.mpi-cbg.de 

Budget Officer/Controller (m/w/d)

Main Responsibilities

As the budget officer in our Finance team, you are responsible for the operational controlling of our research groups, as well as all budget-related matters of the institute. You have a diverse spectrum of tasks and responsibilities with plenty of room for development and design:

• Prepare and analyze monthly reports, target/actual comparisons and deviation analyses for the research group leaders as well as the overall budget of the institute, ensuring transparency
• Active involvement in the further development of the existing reporting, as well as the controlling systems and tools
• Work closely with our internal stakeholders and be the contact person for all budget-related issues
• Support the preparation of the cost accounting and the pricing of the services and products of our research facilities
• Invoicing of scientific services rendered by our research facilities, as well as monitoring heir income and expenses
• Eventually becoming more involved in internal projects and further developing the ongoing digitalization of the existing financial systems and processes

Essential Requirements

• Fluent German and English (written and verbal)
• University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Controlling, Finance, Economics or a comparable vocational training
• Previous experience in a comparable position
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel
• Experience with SAP R/3 (FI and CO) or other comparable accounting systems
• Strong analytical approach to work, as well as high numeracy and IT skills

Desirable Skills

• Excitement to work in a renowned research institute and contribute toward science
• Curiosity and strong interpersonal skills help you to quickly find your way in an international and diverse environment
• Excellent initiative, a confident demeanor, as well as reliability and patience
• Structured, independent, meticulous work style, with a quick grasp of the issues at hand

What We Offer

• Full time employment (39 hours/week)
• Salary is according to TVöD Bund up to EG9C based on qualifications and experience.
• Conditions and social benefits of the public service, including 30 days vacation, annual special payment, comprehensive insurance, and an attractive pension plan via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees' Retirement Fund)
• Long-term career perspective: a work contract initially limited to 2 years with the prospect of a longer term, subject to agreement by both parties
• Discounted job ticket (VVO) and good public transport connections
• Support for a positive work-life balance, including assistance with family and childcare matters
• A broad network for career development and training opportunities through the Max Planck Society
• Secure job in turbulent times, where you are part of the scientific progress and can quickly take on more personal responsibility
• Warm and cooperative atmosphere with a modern and well-equipped workplace
• Colorful and multicultural work environment with employees from over 50 nations
• Living in Dresden, directly on the Elbe River, an up-and-coming metropolis with a wide range of cultural offerings
• Flexible working hours; home-office option subject to agreement

The Max Planck Society is committed to employing more handicapped people. Applications of handicapped people are strongly encouraged. The Max Planck Society strives for gender and diversity equality. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Diverse interests, courage and drive to get things done are very welcome in our team.

Are you intrigued? Then we look forward to receiving your application including:

• CV
• letter of motivation, listing your relevant experience and skills, what particularly appeals to you about this job, when you could start, and your salary expectations
• relevant certifications and references

Please upload the above listed documents with the keyword: 2023-BudgetOfficer-6000 by 30.09.2023 via the following link: https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/559/Application/CheckLogin/2?lang=eng

Initial questions about the position can be addressed to Brian von Rueden, Head of Human Resources, via hr(at)mpi-cbg.de. More information about our institute can be found here: www.mpi-cbg.de

If you have obtained a foreign university degree, a proof of the equivalence of this degree with a German degree by the Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen (ZAB) is needed before hiring. If necessary, please apply for this in time. You can find more information at https://www.kmk.org/zeugnisbewertung.

When you submit a job application to MPI-CBG, you are transmitting personal data. Please refer to our privacy notice for information on how we collect and process personal data in accordance with Art. 13 of the Datenschutz-Grundverordnung. By submitting your application you confirm that you have taken note of the information in our privacy notice.

• discussing the newest concepts that shake the scientific community
• learning about cutting edge techniques in the stem cell and organoid fields
• learning about physical measurements and interferences
• interacting with interdisciplinary teams

…then join this project, and the Dresden Physics of Life community!

Our offer

• We offer a diversified job in a young, scientifically oriented, international team in one of the most renowned research institutions worldwide
• Salary is according to TVöD Bund up to E13 based on qualifications and experience.
• Conditions and social benefits of the public service, including 30 days vacation, annual special payment, comprehensive insurance, and an attractive pension plan via VBL (Federal and State Government Employees' Retirement Fund)
• Discounted job ticket (VVO) and good public transport connections
• Support for a positive work-life balance, including assistance with family and childcare matters
• A broad network for career development and training opportunities through the Max Planck Society

The full-time position is for an initial period of 2 years with the possibility of extension. You will be jointly affiliated with the Grapin-Botton Lab (Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics) and the Campàs Lab (Cluster of Excellence Physics of Life, TU Dresden).

For further information contact Dr. Anne Grapin-Botton (botton(at)mpi-cbg.de) or Otger Campàs (otger.campas(at)tu-dresden.de).

• The Max Planck Society strives for gender equality and diversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, and other components of identity.
• The Max Planck Society is further committed to increasing the number of individuals with disabilities in its workforce and therefore encourages applications from such qualified individuals.
• The Max Planck Society supports the compatibility of family and career and is certified according to the "berufundfamilie" (“job and family”) audit.

Your application
Please submit your complete application via our online application system at https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/558/Application/CheckLogin/2?lang=eng stating 2023-PostDoc-OrganoidMechanicsHydraulics-1080. Kindly include the following materials.

• cover letter stating your motivation to apply for this position
• CV including a full publication list
• a brief description of your research interests and accomplishments together with contact details of at least two referees as a single pdf file

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. There is no deadline.


If you have obtained a foreign university degree, a proof of the equivalence of this degree with a German degree by the Zentralstelle für ausländisches Bildungswesen (ZAB) is needed before hiring. If necessary, please apply for this in time. You can find more information at https://www.kmk.org/zeugnisbewertung.

When you submit a job application to MPI-CBG, you are transmitting personal data. Please refer to our privacy notice for information on how we collect and process personal data in accordance with Art. 13 of the Datenschutz-Grundverordnung. By submitting your application you confirm that you have taken note of the information in our privacy notice.

[1] see https://doi.org/10.1101/2022.09.29.510101

[2] see https://www.biorxiv.org/content/10.1101/2022.12.04.519060v1)

Am MPI-CBG besteht die Möglichkeit, ein Pflichtschulpraktikum oder ein freiwilliges Ferienpraktikum zu absolvieren.

Biologische Zusammenhänge, chemische Reaktionen im Alltag oder Errungenschaften in den Wissenschaften entfachen deine Neugierde?

Du siehst Dich vielleicht selbst in ein paar Jahren als Laborant/-in oder Student/-in der Wissenschaft, aber das Bild ist noch nicht klar? Dann bewerbe Dich bei uns um einen Schulpraktikumsplatz, um Deinen Blick in die Zukunft zu schärfen!

Während eines Praktika im MPI CBG wirst Du Einblicke in verschiedene Labore, unterschiedlichen Techniken und den normalen Laboralltag bekommen. Die Betreuung durch ein spezielles Labor können wir berücksichtigen, aber leider nicht garantieren.

Um uns ein Bild von Dir machen zu können, benötigen wir von dir deinen Lebenslauf, den ausgefüllten Fragebogen und deine letzten 2 Zeugnisse. Alles andere wird in der Bewerbungsplattform abgefragt.

Sofern vorhanden kannst du auch Zertifikate über zusätzliche Qualifikationen, Kurse, Praktika oder besondere schulische Leistungen innerhalb der Plattform hochladen.

Bitte habe Verständnis, dass wir nur vollständige Bewerbungen berücksichtigen können. Es handelt sich bei dieser Ausschreibung um ein Praktikum ausschließlich für Schüler und Schülerinnen, die noch die Schule besuchen. Aus praktischen Gründen bevorzugen wir Bewerbungen aus dem näheren Umkreis.

(Achtung! Bist du interessiert an einem Studentenpraktikum, wende dich bitte an das IMPRS Programm https://www.mpi-cbg.de/de/karriere/opportunities-programs/doktorandenprogramm .

Attention! This announcement is an internship exclusively for students who are still attending school!  If you are interested in a student internship, please use our IMPRS program (https://www.mpi-cbg.de/de/karriere/opportunities-programs/doktorandenprogramm).)

Unsere Bewerbungsplattform wird nur vom 15. August bis zum 15. September und vom 1. Januar bis 1. Februar eines jeden Jahres freigeschaltet. In dieser Zeit kannst Du dich bei uns online bewerben.

Achtung! Bevor du dich bewirbst, fülle bitte unseren Fragebogen aus, den du auf dieser Seite oben rechts "Fragebogen für ein Schulpraktikum" herunterladen kannst. Lade den ausgefüllten Fragebogen bitte mit deinen restlichen Dokumenten in unserem Bewerbungsportal hoch. Ein extra Anschreiben/Motivationsschreiben benötigst du nicht! Der ausgefüllte Fragebogen ist ausreichend.

Bewirb dich unter folgenden Link: https://recruitingapp-2443.umantis.com/Vacancies/484/Application/CheckLogin/1?lang=ger

Wir bemühen uns um eine Rückantwort innerhalb von 4 Wochen nach Ablauf der Einsendefrist.

Hast du noch Fragen, dann schreibe uns: Praktikumsanfrage(at)mpi-cbg.de.  Bitte an diese Adresse KEINE Bewerbungsunterlagen schicken.

You are invited to visit http://www.csbdresden.de/join-us/as-a-postdoc/ for detailed information about the program and the application procedure.

Please send all inquiries regarding the ELBE Postdoctoral Fellows Program to the ELBE Program Office: elbeprogram[at]pks.mpg.de

You are invited to visit www.imprs-celldevosys.de for detailed information on the participating research groups, eligibility requirements and the application procedure.

Please send all inquiries regarding PhD positions to phdmpi-cbg.de.