Postdoc - Biotechnology / Biochemistry (F/m/x) - Munich, Deutschland - Helmholtz Zentrum München

Helmholtz Zentrum München

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Munich, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

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Beschreibung

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Discover personalized medical solutions for environmentally triggered diseases to promote a healthier society in a rapidly changing world.

The Mitochondrial Toxicology research group at the Institute of Molecular Toxicology and Pharmacology at Helmholtz Munich focuses on direct toxic effects on these cellular key organelles in human disease.

One prime example of our work centers around copper toxicity on mitochondria in Wilson disease.

Within a Federal Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF) funded European research network we are investigating novel therapeutic options for this devastating disease.

This involves biochemical and biophysical mitochondrial analyses, cellular studies, isolated organ investigations and animal studies.

We are looking for a highly motivated

Postdoc - Biotechnology / Biochemistry (f/m/x

Full time

Neuherberg near Munich

Postdocs

Responsibilities:

Your tasks will be:

Testing novel compounds for efficient copper removal at subcellular, cellular, organspecific and animal levels.
Mode of action studies of compounds selected from these analyses.
Validation of meaningful novel therapeutic concepts in WD animal models.
Development of nutritional approaches against metal toxicities.
Reporting within the research network and the BMBF.
Communicate effectively with project partners with different backgrounds.

Your qualifications

A doctoral degree in Biotechnology or Biochemistry.
High motivation, curiosity, and commitment to scientific excellence.
Networking research experience at International/European level.
Prior experience in mitochondrial analyses, e.g. high resolution respirometry.
Extensive cell culture experience, e.g. cellular barrier function studies (TEER etc.).
Operating experience in rodent handling, animal experiments, e.g. metabolic cage studies, feeding or treatment studies, subsequent tissue analyses.
Good knowledge of statistics.
A genuine interest in mitochondrial biochemistry especially in gastroenterology.
Team player skills and enthusiasm to work in a multidisciplinary, collaborative environment.
Proficient English language skills (both written and spoken).
Independent and responsible attitude, collaborative spirit.

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 1 year, under certain circumstances an extension can be arranged.

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we require further documents from you regarding the recognition of the degree.

Interested?
If you have further questions, simply contact Hr. Prof. Dr. Hans Zischka, , who will be happy to be of assistance. Helmholtz Zentrum München
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Institute of Molecular Toxicology and Pharmacology
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1

85764 Oberschleißheim