Student Thesis (BSc/MSc): Unravelling Whole-Body Early Changes Caused by Smoking (f/m/x)

Helmholtz Zentrum München; Neuherberg; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research institution is offering an exciting Bachelor's or Master's thesis project focused on studying early biological changes induced by smoking. As a student, you will engage in a dynamic research environment while developing practical skills in cutting-edge biological techniques. This role offers unique insights into health research, underpinned by collaborative support and professional development opportunities.

Leistungen

Access to state-of-the-art methods

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Dynamic and collaborative research environment

Qualifikationen

• Enrolled in a relevant degree program.
• Prior lab experience in tissue handling and immunostaining required.
• Reliable, structured work style and teamwork skills needed.

Aufgaben

• Conduct whole-body immunolabelling and tissue clearing.
• Perform 3D imaging and proteomics sample preparation.
• Execute cryosectioning and laser capture microdissection.

Kenntnisse

Laboratory skills

Immunostaining

3D imaging

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master's program in Biology, Biochemistry, or related field

Jobbeschreibung

Student Thesis (BSc/MSc): Unravelling Whole-Body Early Changes Caused by Smoking (f/m/x)

102764

Part time, Full time
20-39 hrs./week

Neuherberg near Munich

At Helmholtz Munich, 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.

TheInstitute for Intelligent Biotechnologies (iBIO)develops and implements tools to analyze biological samples' 3D structure and molecular identity. At iBIO, we bring together cutting-edge science from biology, chemistry, engineering, and computer applications. Our overarching aim is to obtain a holistic view of interconnected biological systems in health and disease. We develop clearing technologies for cellular-level imaging and deep learning algorithms (AI) to analyze large imaging and molecular data in a robust and unbiased way. Worldwide media, including New York Times, Wall Street Journal, and Süddeutsche Zeitung, have highlighted our research. You can find out more about us here.

We are offering an exciting Bachelor’s or Master’s thesis project for a motivated student (f/m/x) with a background in the life sciences. You will contribute to a research project focused on uncovering early, whole-body biological changes induced by smoking.

Your tasks

• Whole-body immunolabelling and tissue clearing
• 3D imaging and image analysis
• Proteomics sample preparation
• Cryosectioning and laser capture microdissection
• Basic immunofluorescence staining

Your profile

• Enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Biology, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or a related field
• Prior lab experience in tissue handling and immunostaining
• A structured, reliable, and independent work style
• A strong team player with enthusiasm for interdisciplinary science

This position has a fixed term,depending on the requirements of your study program.

What we offer:

• A dynamic and collaborative research environment
• Training in state-of-the-art biological and computational methods
• The chance to bridge theory and practice in a high-impact health research context
• Opportunities for personal and professional development

Managing Directors Matthias Tschöp and 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

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Stefanie Reitinger, [e-mail], 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

Please send your application only via our online application tool and with the following documents:

• CV
• Cover letter
• Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates

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.

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Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Institute for Intelligent Biotechnologies
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Neuherberg