PhD Candidate (f/m/x) in Computational Biology and Multi-Omics Analysis in Endothelial Research Full-time NEW

PhD Candidate In Computational Biology And Multi-Omics Analysis In Endothelial Research

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

The Georgiadi Lab (Group of Endocrine Pharmacology) at the Institute for Diabetes and Cancer (IDC) studies how vascular and metabolic signaling regulate adipose tissue function in obesity, aging, and cardiometabolic disease. Our work combines endothelial biology, mechanobiology, GPCR signaling, multi-omics, and metabolic phenotyping to understand how adipose tissue adapts to physiological and pathological stress.

The project is embedded within the DFG-funded Collaborative Research Centre TRR333, an interdisciplinary network focused on brown adipose tissue biology and metabolic health.

Your Tasks

• Analyze and integrate multi-omics datasets (e.g., transcriptomics, epigenomics, proteomics, lipidomics) to investigate endothelial biology and disease mechanisms
• Develop computational workflows and models to identify cellular states and regulatory programs
• Apply bioinformatics and statistical methods to in vivo and reporter-based datasets
• Collaborate closely with experimental researchers to validate computational findings
• Present and publish research results in an international scientific environment

Your Profile

• Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field
• Strong programming skills in R and/or Python and experience with omics data analysis
• Solid understanding of statistics and computational data analysis
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary biomedical research and scientific discovery
• Excellent written and spoken English skills

Desirable qualifications

• Experience with single-cell, spatial, or epigenomic datasets
• Interest in collaborating at the interface of computational and experimental biology

This position provides the opportunity for you to build specialist knowledge whilst developing key professional experience, both of which will help you to make strides in your scientific career.

Remuneration and social security benefits are based on the German Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees at Federal Level (EG 13 50% TV EntgO Bund). In addition, there is also the possibility of receiving an allowance if the applicable conditions are met. The position has an (initial) fixed term of three years but may be extended under certain circumstances.

Managing Director Mike Frieser:

“We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.”

Get to know us

Benefits

• Scientific Training: Helmholtz Munich Graduate School
• Career counseling: Career Center for PhD candidates
• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastructure and Core Facilities
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives
• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany

Interested In Applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Dr. Anja Marschner, who will be happy to help. Our recruiting is decentralized – your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future. More information about our application process Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• References from recent employers
• Contact details for at least two referees
• List of publications

If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree by the time you start work at the latest. Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.

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