PhD Candidate (m/f/d)

The Leibniz-Institut für Analytische Wissenschaften – ISAS – e. V. develops efficient analytical methods for health research. Thus, it contributes to the improvement of the prevention, early diagnosis, and therapy of diseases like cardiovascular diseases or cancer. Overall, the institute strives to advance precision medicine by combining knowledge from different fields such as biology, chemistry, computer science, medicine, pharmacology, and physics. ISAS is a member of the Leibniz Association and is publicly funded by the Federal Republic of Germany and its federal states. 

At our location in Dortmund, we invite applications for the Research Group Proteomics:

PhD Candidate (m/f/d)

You will be responsible for:

• Planning and performing proteome analyses in cooperation with the BMFTR funded I-CHECK-HEART Consortium: Method development to quantify very low-concentrated proteins in human blood plasma, e.g. using targeted LC-/MS/MS methods to detect interleukins
• Continuous development of existing methods and procedures for use in the joint project
• Evaluation, analysis, and visualization of data
• Documentation of laboratory work
• Collaboration with other project partners and regular presentation of results

Your profile

• Masters, Diploma or equivalent degree in in a scientific field (e.g. biology, chemistry, physics) or related subject (i.e. Pharmacy, Food Technology)
• Experience in a laboratory environment, ideally in the field of bioanalytics
• Preferably experience in the development of targeted LC–MS/MS methods
• Strong communication skills, organisational talent and a solution-oriented way of working
• Confident use of MS Office
• Willingness to travel on business
• Very good written and spoken English; German an advantage

We offer

• A clear research topic as well as multifold training and support for PhD students in framework of ISAS and the Leibniz association
• Training and scientific development opportunities in an international environment and an excellent working atmosphere in a very dynamic and professional team
• Extensive state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure in various analytical methods
• The opportunity to present your data on international conferences and participate in workshops
• A wide range of opportunities for further training and qualifications
• Flexible working times, mobile working and attractive social benefits
• Support in finding balance between work and family life (including finding childcare facilities, advice on caring for relatives) through a family service
• Workplace health promotion and support for participation in TU Dortmund University sports activities

Non-residents who apply for this job will receive help from the institute to find accommodation and to handle authorities. Applications from disabled applicants are welcome. ISAS supports the principle of equal opportunity for all employees and therefore particularly encourages women to apply.

The part-time position (65%) is offered for 3,5 years. The position is available immediately. The salary will be according to the German TV-L. The time limitation of the contract is based on the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (WissZeitVG).

ISAS collects and processes the personal data of its applicants in accordance with European and German legal regulations. Further information on data protection and the processing of personal data can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en/datenschutz.

The closing date for applications is April 11, 2026. Please apply via our applicant portal. If you have any questions (reference number 391_2026), feel free to contact the Human Resources team (bewerbungen@isas.de). Further information about the institute can be found at: https://www.isas.de/en.