Universitätsklinikum Bonn | Germany | 53xxx Bonn | Temporary contract | Full time | Published since: 13.07.2026 on stepstone.de
Research group leader/Head of OPMEG
The University Hospital Bonn (UKB) is one of Germany's leading university hospitals, combining top-level performance in medicine and research with excellence in teaching. Each year, more than helped a million patients receive inpatient and outpatient care at the UKB. Around 3,500 students study medicine and dentistry here, and over 600 people are trained annually in healthcare professions. With approximately 9,900 employees, the UKB is the third-largest employer in the Bonn/Rhein-Sieg region. In the Focus hospital ranking, the UKB ranks first among university hospitals in North Rhine-Westphalia and second nationwide in terms of case mix index (case severity). In 2024, the UKB raised nearly €100 million in third-party funding for research, development, and teaching. The F.A.Z. Institute has named the UKB “Germany's Training Champion” and “Germany's Most Attractive Employer” for the fourth annual. At the newly founded Core Facility OPMEG at the Medical Faculty of the University of Bonn, the following full-time (38.5 hours/week) position is to be filled as soon possible: Research group leader/Head of OPMEG Due to the recent establishment of the core facility, the position is limited to 2 years in the first instance, with the option of a permanent extension in the core facility is renewed after 2 years. .
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Leading a research programme at the newly established Core Facility for pumped magnetoencephalography (OPMEG) Overseeing the installation and commissioning of the new facility Developing research workflows for external users Supervising and supporting a technician responsible for daily operations Overall organization and technical responsibility for the Core Facility Co-supervising and providing consultation to external researchers Securing independent grant funding for the facility's methodological development, including the supervision of researchers in these projects
PhD in Physics, Engineering, Neuroscience or a related field Prior experience with OPMEG, SQUID-MEG, EEG, or other electromagnetic sensors Strong technical and programming skills Independent research programme, ideally with methodological focus Track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences Experience with obtaining external grant funding Passion for collaborative research in neuroscience Ability to work independently, strong organizational skills, high level of commitment, strong communication skills German language skills (B2), or commitment to acquire this level
Research at the cutting edge: OPMEG is a novel technology with huge potential for human neuroscience, and you will be driving this programme Responsible and diverse: A position with plenty of room for creativity and responsibility within a supportive and collegial team Fair compensation: Pay according to the TV-L (EG13-14) collective agreement, including annual bonus and company pension scheme Family-friendly flexibility: Flexible working time models, access to a place in our company daycare center, and supporting programs employees returning parental leave Smart commuting: Excellent connection to the SWB public transport network and the option of an interest-free loan for the purchase of an e-bike Supported development: Individual training opportunities through courses, e-learning programs, and coaching sessions Structured onboarding: A systematic introduction to your new role and team Healthy at work: A wide range of health and wellness programs, plus free membership at the UKB gym Employee benefits: Access to discounted offers for employees (corporate benefits)
Location
 | Universitätsklinikum Bonn | |
| 53127 Bonn | ||
| Germany |
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