Staff Scientist for Tissue Clearing + Image Analysis (f/m/x)
At iTERM, 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 to analyze large imaging and molecular data in a robust and unbiased way. The lab is moving forward to use the data for biofabrication purposes. Our research also has been highlighted by worldwide media including New York Times, Wall Street Journal and Süddeutsche Zeitung.
What your tasks include
Lab support: Maintenance of cutting-edge lightsheet microscopes, managing and ensuring laser safety protocols
Implementation of tissue-clearing projects / collaborations
Data analysis support: Help with processing and data storage infrastructure
Optional:
- Interface with our AI team to help with the creation of new analysis pipelines
- Help with writing new animal experiment licenses
What we are looking for
MSc (optionally: PhD) in Life Sciences or Optical Physics or a related field
Strong background in tissue clearing and/or fluorescence microscopy
Experience with image analysis automation (Python, FIJI, Deep Learning)
Fluent in scientific English, optionally also in German
Optional:
Experience with setting up + administering animal experiments (FELASA B certificate)
Your application should contain
- CV & educational certificates
- Letter of motivation
- Contact details of previous employers for reference or letters of recommendation
Your Application
Please send your application or any questions you might have to: Stefanie.Reitinger@helmholtz-munich.de
You can find more about us at www.erturk-lab.com.
Severely disabled applicants with essentially identical technical and personal suitability will be preferentially selected. Interview-related costs cannot be reimbursed.