Postdoc (m/f/x) - Biology of aging

The Leibniz Institute on Aging - Fritz Lipmann Institute (FLI) in Jena is a federal and state government-funded research institute and member of the Leibniz Association (Leibniz-Gemeinschaft). FLI conducts internationally recognized, high-impact research on the biology of aging at the molecular, cellular, and systems levels. Scientists from around 40 countries investigate the mechanisms of aging to uncover its root causes and pave the way for strategies that promote healthy aging ().

The Leibniz Chair research group of Prof. Alessandro Cellerino (SNS Pisa/FLI) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoc to study fundamental biological processes of aging using transgenic methods in killifsh (Nothobranchius furzeri):

Postdoc (m/f/x) - Biology of aging

Research focus of the Lab:

The group of Alessandro Cellerino is hosted in the FLI based on a cooperation agreement between Scuola Normale Superiore ( Pisa/Italy) and the FLI. Alessandro Cellerino is Leibniz Chair at FLI since 2020. The main interest of Alessandro Cellerino’s group is to use the annual fish Nothobranchius furzeri to identify fundamental biological mechansims controlling aging and focussing on neurobiology and comparative biology. Previous work of the group has identified a number of candidate conserved genes with putative roles in aging whose functional relevance will now be tested in transgenic models.

Your tasks:

The candidate will generate and analyze trangenic model in killfish using Tol2 and/or CRISPR/Cas9:

• Designing and performing experimental studies using animal model killifish
• Planning and conducting animal experiments
• Analyzing, documenting and presenting experimental data and results
• Actively participating in scientific discussions and team meetings
• Taking over project responsibility and manage animal experimental applications (TVA's)
• Communication with animal welfare and the authorities
• Collaborating closely within an interdisciplinary research team

Your qualifications:

• University degree (PhD, M.D., or equivalent) in biology, life sciences, or biomedicine
• prior experience with fish transgenesis and/or experimentation involving fish
• FELASA certification and hands-on experience in planning and conducting animal experiments
• prior experience as project leader of animal experimental applications (TVA's) and communication with authorities
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• B2 Level in German language is advantageous

We offer:

• You will become part of a world-leading research institute dedicated to the biology of aging and have the opportunity to join a very well-equipped Lab with an international team
• You will have access to multiple state-of-the-art facilities. Our work is embedded in the Beutenberg Campus, an interdisciplinary base for innovative research.
• The offered position is integrated in the FLI PostDoc Network. The Network promotes interdisciplinary collaborations involving clinician scientists, basic scientists, and bioinformaticians and supports career development and postdoctoral training courses.
• The contract conditions and the salary will be according to the collective labor agreement for public service employees of the federal states of Germany (TV-L E13)
• Furthermore, we offer flexible working time, a family friendly working environment that provides a healthy work-life balance, company health management including support for child care solutions and dual career options.

Application:

Please apply online through the FLI application portal by 01.11.2026.

FLI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and promotes diversity. It aims to increase the proportion of underrepresented groups in case of equal suitability. All qualified persons, regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law will receive consideration for employment.