Academic research assistant (m/f/x)

at  Universitt des Saarlandes

Saarland University is a campus university that is internationally recognized for its strong research programmes.
Fostering young academic talent and creating ideal conditions for teaching and research are a core part of the
university’s mission. As part of the University of the Greater Region, Saarland University enables students and staff to
share and exchange knowledge and ideas between disciplines, between universities and across borders. With over
17,000 national and international students, studying more than a hundred different academic disciplines, Saarland
University is a diverse and dynamic learning environment. Saarland University is officially recognized as one of
Germany’s family-friendly higher-education institutions and with a combined workforce of more than 4,000 it is one
of the largest employers in the region.
The Institute of Experimental Orthopaedics and Osteoarthritis Research is inviting applications for the following
position commencing 01 November 2024

YOUR ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral degree / PhD . Applicants must have a Ph.D and/or M.D. degree. Strong written and verbal skills are

essential

• Language skills (according to GER): English – B2,

We are seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to work on an exciting project aiming at understanding
and improving osteoarthritis in vitro and in vivo. The specific project involves up-to-date methods on histology,
high resolution micro CT imaging, molecular biology and biochemistry in the context of the preclinical validation of
advanced osteoarthritis therapies in a small animal model. This project is part of the EU project SINPAIN “A game
changer for the treatment of osteoarthritis: a cost effective combined advanced therapy to treat knee
osteoarthritis”.