The primary objective of the Institute of Diabetes and Regeneration Research (IDR) at the Helmholtz Diabetes Center, Helmholtz Munich, is to develop regenerative therapeutic approaches to treat diabetes mellitus - complementary and alternative to the classical immunological and metabolic therapy strategies.

We recently won a JDRF Grant with a project focused on Advancing Stem Cell-Based Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes togheter with the team of of Prof. Matthias Hebrok and Prof. Carolin Daniel from the Helmholtz Munich Diabetes Center and Prof. Eckhard Wolf from the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU). The project aims to understand how the immune system’s rejection of stem cell derived islets is mediated and can be prevented in the recipient. The successful candidate will work on optimizing the generation of piPSC-derived beta cells and islets for transplantation into pigs.

To complete our scientific research team starting as soon as possible, we are looking for a highly motivated

What we offer you
flexible working hours & working-time models continuous education and training 30 days annual leave on-site health management service	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 world-leading research institutions it offers an intellectually stimulating environment.

Provided that the prerequisites are fulfilled, a salary level up to E 13 is possible. Social benefits are based on the collective agreement for the federal public service (TVöD). The position is (initially) limited to two years, 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.