Senior Clinical Biomarker Expert (m/f/d)

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.com) currently operates 76 institutes and research units throughout Germany and is a leading applied research organization. Around 32 000 employees work with an annual research budget of 3.4 billion euros.

The Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine ITEM is one of 76 institutes belonging to the Fraunhofer Society, Europe's largest organization for applied research. The objectives of contract research at Fraunhofer ITEM are to protect people in our industrialized world from health hazards and to contribute to the development of new therapeutic approaches. With a focus on respiratory research, the research and development portfolio comprises three business areas: drug development, chemical safety, and translational medical technology.

These interdisciplinary areas offer many exciting fields of work at the interface between drug research, toxicology, and medical technology. In over 40 years, the institute has developed into one of the world's leading organizations in these fields – in line with our vision “Pioneers for sustainable health.”

Are you interested in biomarker research?

We are offering you a responsible position as Senior Clinical Biomarker Expert (m/f/d) in the Biomarker Analysis and Development Department in Hanover, starting as soon as possible – with the prospect of taking over as head of the department.

What you will do

Development and implementation of application-oriented biomarker research and development services for industrial and public partners in the context of drug and medical device development
Research in the field of pulmonary immunology and inflammatory diseases – in particular, expanding the field of research beyond the current focus
Planning, coordination, and execution of studies in a GCP-regulated environment
Establishment, implementation, and further development of various assay systems in molecular and protein biology as well as biochemistry, including qualification and validation
Management of interdisciplinary cooperation projects and consortia
Strategic further development of the department

What you bring to the table

Completed university degree in natural sciences (master's) with completed doctorate
Several years of experience in managing a laboratory as a postdoc
Proven track record in scientific publications, project management, and team leadership
In-depth knowledge of molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and experience with assay validation and structured project reporting
Good knowledge of statistics and bioinformatics
Experience with biobanking is an advantage
Fluent German and English skills
Strong communication and teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary environment

What you can expect

Collaboration on interesting and challenging issues in a motivated team with a multidisciplinary environment in one of Germany's most renowned research organizations
Good career prospects and extensive training and further education opportunities
Technical support and further training opportunities through the Fraunhofer Society network and the use of our e-learning tool
Good work-life balance thanks to flexible working hours and the option of working from home part of the time
Numerous discounts on many well-known brands as part of our corporate benefits
A company restaurant with discounted prices
Good transport connections with free parking, bicycle parking spaces, and charging stations for electric vehicles, as well as a subsidized job ticket
30 days of vacation, company pension plan (VBL), and other social benefits

Remuneration is based on TVöD EG 14 (depending on qualifications).
The position is permanent.
The weekly working time is 39 hours.

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

If you have any questions about this position, please contact:

Dr. Jens Hohlfeld
Head of Clinical Respiratory Research
Phone +49 511 5350-8101
jens.hohlfeld@item.fraunhofer.de

Kathrin Okay
Head of Recruiting
Phone +49 1756586904
kathrin.okay@item.fraunhofer.de

Fraunhofer Institute for Toxicology and Experimental Medicine ITEM

www.item.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 80859 Application Deadline: 10/30/2025

Job Segment: Medical Lab, Molecular Biology, Biology, R&D, Chemical Research, Healthcare, Science, Research, Engineering

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