The Paul Langerhans Institute Dresden (PLID) is a satellite institute of Helmholtz Munich at the University Hospital and Faculty of Medicine “Carl Gustav Carus” of TU Dresden and founding partner of the German Center for Diabetes Research (DZD e.V.), which is funded by the German Ministry for Education and Research (BMBF). The DZD itself combines experts from all areas of diabetes research, so that basic research, epidemiology, translational research and clinical application deeply interconnect. Research focus of the PLID is the production and protection of the pancreatic islet beta cells for the prevention and therapy of all forms of diabetes.

The research group of Prof. Stephan Speier investigates the role of beta cell mass and function at distinct stages of diabetes pathogenesis and aims to discover novel therapeutic targets for beta cell protection and recovery in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. A central aspect of our research is the translation of our findings into the human setting by utilizing novel platforms to study human pancreatic tissue and islets. In addition, we utilize our unique platforms to optimize alternative cell sources for the successful generation of cell replacement therapies for diabetes.

The research group of Prof. Stephan Speier is seeking for a highly motivated

What we offer you
scientific training at HELENA Graduate School flexible working hours & time off in lieu 30 days annual leave	career consultation mobile work company pension scheme

With its location directly on the Elbe River, the Dresden site offers a special quality of life. The strategic embedding of the institute in the midst of university and non-university research institutes creates a vibrant and intellectual atmosphere.

This position also provides the opportunity for you to build specialist knowledge and collect significant professional experience, both of which will help advance your scientific career.

Remuneration and social benefits are based on the collective wage agreement for public-sector employees at federal level (EG 13 50% TV EntgO Bund). In addition, there is also the possibility of granting an allowance if the necessary conditions are fulfilled. The position is (initially) limited to three years, but under certain circumstances an extension can be arranged.

To promote diversity, we welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion and age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.
If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we require further documents from you regarding the recognition of the degree. Please request the recognition as early as possible.