Scientist / Postdoc – beta cell protection and regeneration (f/m/x) 101804

Your responsibilities:
- In vitro studies: Biochemical, immunohistological, immunofluorescence and molecular biology analyses or
- In vivo physiological studies in diabetes models or
Preparation and implementation of preclinical experimental studies to evaluate and validate drug target candidates
- Creation of standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Your qualifications:
- PhD in biology, or one of the following subjects: biochemistry or immunology
- High interest in translational and clinical research
- Strong background in one of the following subjects: biochemistry, cellular, molecular biology, islet biology or cellular trafficking
- Work experience with mice in vivo pharmacology, cell culture and/or primary cells is a plus
- Ability of working independently, with high motivation, flexibility and innovative and creative thinking, as well as team spirit and good communication skills
- Excellent written and spoken English

What we offer you:
- work-life balance
- flexible working hours & working-time models
- continuous education and training
- 30 days annual leave
- on-site health management service
- home office options
- on-site nursery & holiday care
- elder care
- company pension scheme
- discounted public transport ticket

Munich, with its numerous lakes and its vicinity to the Alps, is considered to be one of the cities with the best quality of life worldwide. With its first-class universities and world-leading research institutions it offers an intellectually stimulating environment.

Provided that the prerequisites are fulfilled, a salary level up to E 13 is possible. Social benefits are based on the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD). The position is (initially) limited to two years, under certain circumstances an extension can be arranged.

To promote diversity, we welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion and age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we require further documents from you regarding the recognition of the degree. Please request the recognition as early as possible.


Interested?
If you have further questions, simply contact
Mara Catani, +49 89 3187‑43748, mara.catani@​helmholtz-munich.de who will be happy to be of assistance.