Germany’s largest research organization, the Helmholtz Association, launched Helmholtz AI: This dedicated, interdisciplinary platform develops and promotes applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods for all Helmholtz centers in collaboration with its external and university partners. Its central unit is implemented at the Helmholtz Zentrum München in Munich.

Lara Urban’s lab at Helmholtz AI and the Helmholtz Pioneer Campus at Helmholtz Munich focuses on the application of Molecular Biology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the context of planetary health. Research topics include, but are not limited to:

• leveraging genomics and AI to study the diversity and distribution of bioaerosols and their impact on human health, also in the context of climate change;
• pioneering portable genomic and data analysis approaches for in situ real-time detection and classification of airborne pathogens;
• developing similar approaches for monitoring the spread of zoonotic diseases, in the context of both, animal health/biodiversity conservation and global health.

In this context, the Urban lab is looking for a post-doctoral researcher who ideally has experience in both, genomic research and Machine Learning, and who has a strong interest in planetary health. You will drive your research project(s), guide PhD and Master thesis projects, and contribute to interdisciplinary projects within Helmholtz and in additional international collaborations.

What we offer you
continuous education & training work-life balance flexible working hours & working-time models 30 days annual leave onsite health management service	home office options on-site nursery & holiday care elder care company pension scheme discounted public transport ticket

Munich, with its numerous lakes and its vicinity to the Alps, is considered to be one of the cities with the best quality of life worldwide. With its first-class universities and research institutes, it offers a scientifically inspiring environment.

Remuneration and social benefits are based on the collective wage agreement for public-sector employees at federal level (TVEntgO Bund). Provided that the prerequisites are fulfilled, a salary level up to E 14 is possible. The position is (initially) limited to two 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.

We are looking forward to receiving your application until May 27th 2022; please be in touch if you require additional time due to unforeseen circumstances. Please upload the following in a single PDF file:

• Motivation letter: Describe the reason for applying to be part of our lab, and why you think you are the right candidate to fill this position (max. 2 pages)
• Curriculum vitae incl. list of publications and/or conference contributions
• Copy of your diploma/degree certificates
• At least two reference letters (or the names and contact details of two referees)




Interested? If you have further questions, simply contact Dr. Christoph Feest, lara.urban@helmholtz-muenchen.de, who will be happy to be of assistance.

Helmholtz Zentrum München Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH) Helmholtz AI Ingolstädter Landstraße 1 85764 Oberschleißheim