Postdoc Position in Mass Spectrometry-Based Metabolomics, University of Tübingen, Germany

Summary

The University of Tübingen’s Bacterial Metabolomics Group within the Cluster of Excellence "Controlling microbes to fight infections" seeks a postdoctoral researcher specialized in mass spectrometry‑based metabolomics. The role involves developing high‑throughput LC‑MS/MS methods, coordinating metabolomics collaborations across the university and with external partners, planning and analysing experiments, maintaining three LC‑MS/MS systems, and training students and collaborators. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant life‑science discipline, possess strong organisational abilities, and have experience with liquid chromatography, mass spectrometry, and data analysis tools. The position is funded at the E13 TV‑L salary level, initially limited to two years, and requires proficiency in English. Applications are due by 23 November 2026.

Key Facts

Employer	University of Tübingen
Position Type	Postdoctoral
Discipline	Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Microbiology
Research Area	Mass Spectrometry-Based Metabolomics
Degree Required	PhD
Salary	E13 TV-L, 100%
Funding	Salary (E13 TV-L, 100%)
Contract Duration	Two years (initially)
Language	English
Deadline	2026-11-23
Employer Contact	hannes.linkspam [email protected]
Employer Address	Geschwister-Scholl-Platz, 72074, Baden-Württemberg

About the Project

The project aims to create and apply cutting‑edge high‑throughput metabolomics workflows (LC‑MS/MS, targeted and untargeted) to investigate bacterial metabolism, support CRISPR‑based genetic screens, and enable collaborations within the Cluster of Excellence and with external academic and industrial partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop high‑throughput metabolomics methods (LC‑MS/MS, targeted and untargeted)
• Coordinate metabolomics collaborations within the Cluster and with external partners
• Plan, measure, and analyse metabolomics experiments from design to data interpretation
• Maintain and further develop three LC‑MS/MS systems and data‑analysis pipelines
• Train and supervise PhD students, Master students and collaborators

Required Skills

• PhD in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology or related field
• Strong organisational and project‑coordination abilities
• Experience with liquid chromatography or mass spectrometry
• Familiarity with high‑throughput sample handling (plus)
• Data‑analysis skills in Python, R, MATLAB or similar
• Excellent written and spoken English

Who Should Apply

Applicants with a PhD in analytical chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology or a related field, who have experience with liquid chromatography or mass spectrometry, strong organisational skills, and excellent English communication abilities.

About the Employer

The University of Tübingen, a public research university in Germany, hosts the Bacterial Metabolomics Group within the Cluster of Excellence "Controlling microbes to fight infections", focusing on advanced metabolomics and microbial research.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the application deadline?

The deadline is 23 November 2026.

What documents must be submitted?

Applicants must send a single PDF file of their application by email.

What is the contract length?

The position is initially limited to two years.