Professorship in Tissue Homeostasis and Immune Adaptation
Lead an interdisciplinary research program in immunology and tissue homeostasis at Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin.
Best for:Best for established immunologists and biomedical researchers with a strong track record in single-cell omics or systems immunology.
Overview
Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin invites applications for a W2 Professorship in Tissue Homeostasis and Immune Adaptation within the Cluster of Excellence ImmunoPreCept. The successful candidate will drive innovative research into immune-mediated mechanisms of tissue health, disease transition, and early therapeutic intervention. The role involves establishing an independent research group, engaging in interdisciplinary collaboration across partner institutions, and contributing to teaching and mentoring. This fixed-term position offers potential for extension or tenure based on performance evaluations.
What you'll do
- Establish and lead an independent research program focusing on tissue homeostasis, immune adaptation, and disease interception.
- Integrate state-of-the-art single-cell and spatial technologies with AI-driven approaches to investigate immune mechanisms.
- Collaborate closely with partner institutions within the Berlin life science ecosystem, including the Max Delbrück Center.
- Supervise and mentor students, doctoral candidates, and early-career researchers.
- Contribute to teaching and academic training programs associated with the Cluster of Excellence.
Requirements
Degree required: Ph.D. and/or M.D.
Language: English; strong proficiency for written and verbal communication
Instruction: English
Publications: Strong publication record in international peer-reviewed journals appropriate for a professorial appointment
- Strong track record in innovative areas of immunology and biomedical research
- Expertise in immune-tissue interactions, immunometabolism, or systems immunology
- Experience with experimental, computational, or integrative technologies such as single-cell and spatial omics
- Demonstrated ability to secure independent third-party funding and lead collaborative projects
- Proven record of high-impact peer-reviewed publications in relevant scientific fields
- Successfully completed university degree in Human Medicine, Natural or Life Sciences, or equivalent
- Successfully completed doctoral degree (Ph.D. and/or M.D.)
- Professorship, junior professorship, postdoctoral qualification (habilitation), or equivalent academic achievements pursuant to § 100 BerlHG
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-23
Prepare your complete written application in English, including all required supporting documents. Submit your application online through the official Charité career portal by the specified deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Ph.D. or M.D. certificate
- Publication list
- Teaching statement
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