Helmholtz Munich PhD Position in Organelle Biology and Proteomics in Cardiometabolic Disease 2027

Helmholtz Munich is inviting applications for a doctoral research position investigating how cellular structures and metabolic signalling pathways change during the development of cardiometabolic diseases.

Based at the Institute for Diabetes and Obesity, the project combines cell biology and biochemistry with advanced mass spectrometry, proteomics, phosphoproteomics and lipidomics to uncover mechanisms linking metabolic organs and cardiovascular health. The successful candidate will investigate cellular and mouse models of metabolic disease, analyse complex biological data, and contribute to research that could advance the understanding and treatment of diabetes and related cardiovascular complications.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorHelmholtz Zentrum München
• City to studyBavaria
• School to studyTechnical University of Munich
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Paid research position at 50% of German public-sector pay grade E13, plus a possible additional allowance.

Requirements

• University degree (diploma or master’s) in biochemistry, molecular biology, or a related field in the natural sciences
• Knowledge of standard molecular and biochemical methods
• Great interest in proteomics, cell biology, metabolism, and bioinformatics
• Experience with mammalian cell lines and a willingness to work with mice
• Ability to integrate into an international work environment as a flexible and responsible team player
• Excellent written and spoken English skills
• You must meet all requirements for enrollment as a doctoral student at the Technical University of Munich

Application 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 at the latest by the time you start work. Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

For more information, kindly visit the Helmholtz webpage.