Staff scientist (f/m/x) Core Facility Bioinformatics and Statistics Full-time NEW

Staff Scientist (F/M/X) Core Facility Bioinformatics And Statistics

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.

Core Facility Bioinformatics and Statistics (CF-BIOS) at Helmholtz Munich is looking for a highly motivated staff scientist (f/m/x) to join our team. CF-BIOS provides comprehensive bioinformatics and statistical support for diverse research applications. We work closely with data-generating facilities and on-campus computational groups to deliver integrated, high-quality workflows. Our services include analysis of various omics data sets, including single-cell, spatial and multi-omics integrations, as well as supporting large cohort studies.

You will work closely with biologists, clinicians, statisticians, computational and other core facilities to develop and validate new software tools and computational pipelines. You enjoy teaching the next generation scientist in bioinformatics and computational topics in our courses and want to make an impact in developing future health solutions. If you like to be part of a dynamic team and work at the cutting edge of science, this full-time position may be for you.

Your Tasks

• Design and implementation of custom analysis projects for users and pipelines for general use in the core facility
• Development and maintenance of the core facilities' IT infrastructure and computational pipelines in close collaboration with the data generating core facilities
• Development and testing of software tools for the core facility, integration of latest AI tools in workflows and courses
• User consultation on data analysis strategies, publications and grant support
• Teaching and development of courses for scientists at different levels (beginner to advanced)

Your Profile

• Master or PhD in informatics, bioinformatics, engineering, or related fields with corresponding work experience
• Strong programming skills (R, Python, bash), versioning (Git) and solid knowledge of statistics
• Experience in developing and deploying multi-user software applications with modern programming frameworks
• Experience with Linux server and storage administration and with the use of high-performance computing environments
• Demonstrable experience with various next-generation sequencing and array-based technologies and related bioinformatics analysis
• Team-oriented, proactive, service mindset with strong communication skills
• English and German language proficiency

Considered as a plus if you bring experience in/with

• teaching
• container technologies and domain specific workflow languages
• complex spatial biology/multi-omics analyses
• image analysis, proteomics and/or metabolomics datasets
• a core facility setting (academic, industry)

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 13. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term until 31.12.2028 but may be extended under certain circumstances. As a requirement for this position, applicants must have (or be able to obtain) the legal right to work in Germany at the start of employment.

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

• Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
• Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastructure and Core Facilities
• Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
• International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany
• Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives

Interested In Applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Thomas Walzthöni, thomas.walzthoeni@helmholtz-munich.de, 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
• Contact details for at least two referees

15.07.2026

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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Helmholtz Munich Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH) Core Facility – Bioinformatics and Statistics Ingolstädter Landstrasse 1 85764 Neuherberg