Your Tasks Characterization of molecular mechanisms underlying recently identified functions of Arabidopsis AtGBL3, a nuclear envelope-associated dynamin-related large GTPase, in nuclear envelope formation, global transcriptional repression and root development (Reimann et al. 2023-Nat Plants 9-766; ). The successful candidate is expected to advance this project working closely together with and supervising a DFG (German Research Foundation)-funded PhD student. Her/his efforts to secure additional funding and to attain Junior Group Leader status will be actively encouraged and supported. Key responsibilites: Conduct research to characterize molecular functions of the large GTPase AtGBPL3 Supervise a DFG-funded PhD student working on this project Further develop this project and attract additional funding Establish and lead a junior research team Contribute to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level Your Profile PhD in Biology or a related field Strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry, genetics and microscopy Enthusiastic and innovative researcher/teacher Ability to successfully write grant proposals and papers Dedicated team player Excellent communication skills in English (minumum C2 level) and, preferably, in German (minimum B2 level) Benefits: We Have a Lot To Offer Regular promotion to the next level and increase in salary pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement for the public service of the German Länder (TV-L) or remuneration pursuant to the Bavarian Public Servants Remuneration Act (BayBesG) plus an additional annual bonus 30 days annual leave at five working days per week with additional free days on December 24 and 31 Occupational pension scheme and asset accumulation savings scheme The successful candidate will have the opportunity and the support to gain increasing independence and to work towards lecturer qualification (Habilitation) The initial employment (100%) will be for 3 years, with the possibility of an extension for at least 3 more years The Cell Biology Division offers a dynamic, ambitious, and supportive international working environment embedded within the FAU Department of Biology, a prominent center of molecular, cell and developmental biology in Germany Payment TV-L E 13, A 13