Mechanical Engineer (f/m/x) for an Automation and Organ-on-Chip Technology Project
- Employer
- Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres
- Location
- Germany
- Closing date
- 8 Nov 2024
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- Discipline
- Life Science
- Job Type
- Faculty Member
- Employment - Hours
- Full time
- Duration
- Fixed term
- Qualification
- Undergraduate
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- Academia
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Job description:Mechanical Engineer (f/m/x) for an Automation and Organ-on-Chip Technology Project
102504
up to 39 hrs./week
Neuherberg near Munich
We are Helmholtz Munich. We discover breakthrough solutions for better health in a rapidly changing world.
We improve people's quality of life through excellent research. Why not join us and make a difference?
The Helmholtz Pioneer Campus (HPC) founded and funded by Helmholtz Munich stands for the intelligent fusion of biomedical sciences, engineering and digitization. At HPC, top scientific talents from across the globe work together on the development of novel solutions that make a difference in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
About the Role:
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer (f/m/x) to support our organ-on-chip technology development and manufacturing efforts. The person will work closely with our multidisciplinary team of engineers, biologists, and researchers to establish and improve devices and processes by integrating automation along the entire microfluidic device production and application workflow. This is a hands-on position that offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in cutting-edge technology at the intersection of engineering and life sciences.
We are a leading research group dedicated to advancing the field of organ-on-chip technology. Our team is focused on developing innovative solutions that bridge the gap between engineering and biology, creating microfluidic devices that enable the replication and deeper understanding of human organ systems. We are committed to pushing the boundaries of biomedical research and are seeking talented individuals to join us in this exciting journey.
Your tasks- Assist in the design and prototyping of organ-on-chip devices using CAD software
- Support the fabrication and assembly of microfluidic systems through automation
- Conduct experiments to test and validate device performance and reliability
- Collaborate with team members to optimize design and manufacturing processes
- Analyze experimental data and contribute to technical reports
- Participate in team meetings and present findings to colleagues
- Mechanical Engineer, Biomedical Engineer, or a related field
- Experience with CAD software (e.g., Onshape, SolidWorks) and rapid prototyping techniques
- Experience in automation, microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi), and PCB design is a plus
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and technology development
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative
• Gain hands-on experience in a cutting-edge research environment.
• Collaborate with experts in engineering and life sciences.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovative projects with real-world impact.
• Competitive compensation and flexible working hours.
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.
If you fulfil all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 12. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 6 months 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. Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.
Interested in applying?If you are excited about contributing to transformative research in organ-on-chip technology, we encourage you to apply via our online application form. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Dr. Matthias Meier, +49 89 3187-49564, who will be happy to help.
Your application should include
- CV
- Cover letter
- Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
- Contact details for at least two referees
Helmholtz Pioneer Campus
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Helmholtz Munich
Deutsches Forschungszentrum für Gesundheit und Umwelt (GmbH)
Helmholtz Pioneer Campus
Ingolstädter Landstraße 1
85764 Oberschleißheim
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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The Helmholtz Association contributes to solving major challenges to assure the future of our society. With more than 39,000 people on staff in 18 national research centres, the Helmholtz Association is Germany’s largest scientific organization. The name Helmholtz stands for concerted research in which networks form the key principle behind inquiring thought and action. Concerted research is efficient and flexible.
The profile of the Helmholtz Association
The Helmholtz Association performs cutting-edge research which contributes substantially to solving the grand challenges of science, society and industry. To succeed in meeting these responsibilities, Helmholtz concentrates its work in six research fields: Energy, Earth and Environment, Health, Key Technologies, Matter, as well as Aeronautics, Space and Transport. Within each of these fields, research programs are developed by our scientists and regularly evaluated by renowned international experts. Their evaluation forms the basis for the programme-oriented funding that is allocated to Helmholtz research. Within the six research fields, Helmholtz scientists cooperate with each other and with external partners – working across disciplinary, organizational and national borders.
Promoting young academics
Helmholtz scientists, a high-performance infrastructure and modern and efficient research management are the ingredients to the Helmholtz Association‘s success and global impact.
Promoting young researchers is a major priority for the Helmholtz Association. Its qualification schemes for young researchers are geared mainly towards PhD students, postdocs and young managers. The Helmholtz Association has set high standards for its talent management. Its strategy begins with targeted recruitment of highly qualified staff at all levels, followed by comprehensive support aimed at further developing their potential. Ensuring equal opportunities is an essential element in all talent management activities undertaken by the Helmholtz Association.
The Helmholtz Graduate Schools and Research Schools at almost all Helmholtz Centres provide doctoral students with the general and specific skills and training they need, as well as ample opportunity to network with other working groups. The period following a doctorate is decisive in determining the direction and success of a scientific career. For this reason, we are about to establish Career Centers for postdoctoral researchers in the Helmholtz centres and a mentoring programme for especially gifted PostDocs in order to foster career orientation. This equips young researchers with the skills they need to go on to head a Helmholtz Young Investigators Group, for example. As a Young Investigator Group leader, junior scientists can independently set up their own group to conduct research in their specialist field.
Within its talent management strategy, the Helmholtz Association pays special attention to the increased recruitment of talented female scientists both from Germany and abroad. To this end, there are currently two funding programs supporting this policy ‘Funding of first-time appointments of excellent women scientists (W2/W3)’ and ‘Funding to recruit top-level international women scientists (W3)’.
The increasing complexity of the content, structures and framework conditions of scientific work today requires researchers to organise their projects, their employees and, of course, themselves in a highly professional and effective way. In response to these demands, we have set up the Helmholtz Management Academy to provide junior leaders in science with professional management training. Furthermore, the Helmholtz network provides a platform for the alumni of the Helmholtz Management Academy and Mentoring programme to come together and share their experiences of leadership, career development and lifelong learning.
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