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PhD candidate in Human Neuroimaging and Nutrition Research (f / m / x)

102474

Full time

39 h / week Tübingen

We are Helmholtz Munich. In a rapidly changing world, we discover breakthrough solutions for better health.

Our research is focused within the areas of metabolic health / diabetes, environmental health, molecular targets and therapies, cell programming and repair, bioengineering, and computational health. We particularly excel in the fields of basic research, bioengineering, artificial intelligence, and technological development.

Through this research, we build the foundations for medical innovation. Together with our partners, we seek to accelerate the transfer of our research, so that laboratory ideas can reach society and improve people’s quality of life at the fastest rate possible.

This is what drives us. Why not join us and make a difference?

At our institute in Tübingen you will find a scientifically stimulating international environment. Together with renowned scientists and supported by an excellent infrastructure you will have the opportunity to make an important contribution for a healthier society.The primary research goal of the Institute of Diabetes Research and Metabolie Diseases (IDM) is the individualized prediction of diabetes risk and diabetes prevention and its personalized therapy.Our Metabolic Neuroimaging Department (Head : Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Hubert Preissl) is looking for a PhD candidate in Human Neuroimaging and Nutrition Research (f / m / x).

Prof. Matthias Tschöp (Dr. Med., Dr. hc.), CEO of Helmholtz Munich :

We believe that excellent research requires a range of different perspectives. Diverse teams reach better solutions and are more innovative in their research topics.

Establishing our Diversity Management Strategy demonstrates our commitment to ensuring an appreciative company culture based on mutual respect. We are also implementing diversity-sensitive processes throughout our whole organization."

Your tasks

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated scientist who is eager to work and evolve in a highly interdisciplinary environment with neuroscientists, physicians, biomedical engineers and psychologists.

Your tasks as a PhD candidate will include

• study central nervous system processes and human eating behavior in human volunteers at high risk to develop diabetes
• apply different neuroimaging techniques, behavioral and metabolic measurements as well as cognitive paradigms

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Benefits

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.

This position provides the opportunity for you to build specialist knowledge whilst developing key professional experience, both of which will help you to make strides in your scientific career.

Remuneration and social security benefits are based on the German Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees at Federal Level (EG 13 50% TV EntgO Bund). In addition, there is also the possibility of receiving an allowance if the applicable conditions are met. The position has an (initial) fixed term of three years but may be extended under certain circumstances.

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.