Postdoctoral Researcher - Complement Biology & Translational Nephrology (m/f/d)

Our Pediatric Nephrology Research Group at the Medical Center – University of Freiburg, Germany, is seeking to join our dynamic research team a highly motivated

Postdoctoral Researcher - Complement Biology & Translational Nephrology (m/f/d)

Our laboratory is a highly innovative group focusing on renal diseases of the complement system. We combine fundamental mechanistic research with a strong translational perspective, supported by long-standing collaborations with industry partners. Our work is regularly published in high-impact journals (e.g., JCI, JASN) and contributes to the development of novel therapeutic approaches.

Recent projects include the investigation of newly identified complement regulation pathways and therapeutic protein approaches in preclinical models of complement-mediated kidney diseases.

We offer:

a stimulating research environment at a leading university medical center

integration into an internationally visible research field with strong clinical relevance

close interaction with clinical and industrial partners

opportunities for scientific development and high-impact publications

Your profile:

PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology, molecular medicine or related fields

experience with animal mouse models (required)

experience in molecular biology (desirable)

experience in protein biochemistry (desirable)

strong motivation for translational biomedical research

ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team

Your responsibilities:

design and conduct independent research projects in complement biology and kidney disease

perform and analyze in vitro and in vivo experiments using mouse models

apply molecular biology and biochemical techniques

contribute to publications and grant applications

collaborate within an interdisciplinary and translational research environment

The position is available immediately. Depending on the contractual arrangement, the position can extend until end of 2027, with excellent prospects for continuation.

Please upload your application (including cover letter, CV, relevant certificates/transcripts, and, if applicable, publication list) by 10.05.2026 to the application portal of the University Medical Center Freiburg.

For questions, please contact:

Dr. Karsten Häffner