Principal Investigator (f/m/x) - Bioengineering/ Biomedicine

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Full time, close to full time

Neuherberg near Munich

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We are Helmholtz Munich. We discover breakthrough solutions for better health in a rapidly changing world.
We improve people's quality of life through excellent research. Join us and make a difference!

Call for a Principal Investigator (f/m/x)

The at Helmholtz Munich offers a technology-driven collaborative research environment for exceptional Principal Investigators - operating in a brand-new, most flexible and state-of the art research building. We foster bold research ideas and solution-focused discovery that transform future medicine.

Our offer:

• unique opportunity for scientific independence
• generous start-up package (salary, position, running costs)

The Helmholtz Pioneer Campus is more than a workplace – it's a catalyst and springboard for the next generation scientific leaders & entrepreneurs. The is an innovation campus with a startup culture at Helmholtz Munich. HPC stands for the intelligent fusion of biomedical sciences, engineering and digitization.

Teams of top scientific talents from all over the world work together on the development of novel solutions that make a difference in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Your responsibilities:

• You will deploy your outstanding training, technology innovation and unique research vision in biology, bioengineering and biomedical AI to bridge the gap between fundamental biology and practical application.
• You become a key driver of scientific and technological innovation in one of the following fields:
• You explore genetic, molecular and/or chemical approaches for a deeper understanding of cellular and organismal function (Biomedicine).
• You integrate novel biomedical imaging, biophysical, optical, chemical, synthetic biology (or other bioengineering) approaches to advance human health (Bioengineering).
• You are visibly connected to the global bioengineering, biomedicine and biomedical AI communities.

Your profile:

• PhD in (biomedical) engineering, biophysics, cell biology or a related field.
• 2+ years outstanding track record of concept- and technology driven scientific achievements.
• Proven record of acquired third-party funding.
• Strong work ethic, self-motivation and leadership skills.
• Experience in leading international, multidisciplinary projects and teams.
• "Can-do" attitude that thrives in a collaborative environment across disciplines.

Benefits:

• Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
• 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

Since 2005, we hold the TOTAL E-QUALITY award for exemplary action in the sense of an equal-opportunity organizational culture.

Helmholtz Munich is actively committed to diversity and inclusion in practice and is sustainably committed to equality.

The Diversity Charter has set itself the goal of promoting diversity in the world of work. By signing the charter, we commit ourselves to create an appreciative working environment for all employees.

If you fulfil all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 15. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). This position is for a fixed term of 5 years.

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.

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

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Dr. Thomas Schwarz-Romond, +49 89 31871822, who will be happy to help.

Your visionary proposal should include a current CV, a letter of interest outlining past accomplishments and future goals as well as contact details of three referees. Please submit your application documents via our online submission system.

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
• Contact details for at least two referees

Application deadline: January 10, 2025
Finalist Notification: January 24, 2025
Candidate Symposium: tentatively February 25, 2025

Helmholtz Pioneer Campus @Helmholtz Munich

Why join us?

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Helmholtz Pioneer Campus
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Oberschleißheim