Staff Scientist Core Facility Proteomics (f/m/x)

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Staff Scientist Core Facility Proteomics (f/m/x)

Area of research: Scientific / postdoctoral posts

Job description: Staff Scientist Core Facility Proteomics (f/m/x)

Full time, close to full time
39 hrs./week

Munich

Partial Home Office possible

At Helmhol we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

Core Facility Metabolomics and Proteomics at Helmholtz Munich offers cutting-edge mass spectrometry services to support research within Helmholtz and beyond. We are looking for a highly motivated staff scientist (f/m/x) with deep technological expertise in proteomics and a strong commitment to service-oriented work.

Your tasks

Manage and coordinate proteomics projects, including experimental design, customer consultation, and reporting
Operate and maintain state-of-the-art LC-MS/MS systems
Supervise and support technical staff
Drive the implementation and adaptation of new technologies and analytical workflows

Your profile

PhD or Master's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or a related scientific field
Extensive hands‑on experience in proteomics (timsTOF and/or Astral), gained in a core facility, academic, or industrial setting
Extensive practical and theoretical skills in all aspects of sample preparation (manual and automated)
Expertise in qualitative and quantitative proteomics using advanced LC-MS/MS, including post‑translational modification analysis
Experience with clinical samples (e.g. FFPE, plasma, CSF) or advanced proteomics workflows (e.g. spatial proteomics)
Fluent with proteomics data analysis tools and data management; programming skills in R or Python highly desirable
Service‑oriented mindset and ability to work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment
Experience in supervising technical staff and supporting instrument maintenance
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and German, with the ability to interact professionally with a broad scientific community

If you fulfill all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 13. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public‑Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term until but may be extended under certain circumstances.

Managing Director Mike Frieser: „We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

Benefits

Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
Scientific Resources: State‑of‑the‑art infrastructure and Core Facilities
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

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Stefanie Hauck, , who will be happy to help.

Our recruiting is decentralized - your application will be reviewed directly by the specialist department in which you could work in the future.

More information about our application process

Application documents

Cover letter

Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates

Contact details for at least two referees

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

Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.

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.

Learn more about diversity at Helmholtz Munich

We are committed May 19, 2024

Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Core Facility - Proteomics & Metabolomics
Heidemannstr. 1
80939 München

This research center is part of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centers. With more than 42,000 employees and an annual budget of over € 5 billion, the Helmholtz Association is Germany's largest scientific organisation.

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