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GEGerman Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)

Head of an independent Junior Research Group (Tenure-Track)(m/w/x)

Heidelberg
Full-timeOn-siteExperienced

Leading a junior research group in cell and tumor biology, functional genomics, and epidemiology at a cancer research center. 3-6 years of postdoctoral experience and international research required. Tenure option, attractive core funding, and supportive environment.

Requirements

  • Doctoral degree in natural sciences, medical sciences, medicine, computational sciences, epidemiology/public health, or relevant discipline
  • Postdoctoral research experience of 3-6 years after doctoral degree
  • International research experience of over 3 years
  • Outstanding scientific achievements and publication record
  • Track record in managing interdisciplinary research projects
  • Proven success in acquiring third-party funding
  • Ability to lead and manage a research team
  • Motivation to initiate collaborations and contribute to research community
  • Fluency in spoken and written English
  • Ability to work in an international research environment
  • Immunity proof against measles

Tasks

  • Establish an independent junior research group
  • Pursue cutting-edge questions in cancer research
  • Focus on Cell and Tumor Biology
  • Explore Functional and Structural Genomics
  • Investigate Epidemiology, Public Health, Prevention, and Survivorship
  • Study Immunology, Infection, and Cancer
  • Conduct research in Imaging and Radiology
  • Participate in cross-cutting programs
  • Engage in biomedical engineering and technology development
  • Contribute to cancer prevention initiatives
  • Advance digital oncology
  • Pursue translational approaches
  • Leverage cutting-edge technology platforms
  • Utilize state-of-the-art scientific core facilities
  • Participate in academic training programs
  • Collaborate within the DKFZ Cancer Research Academy

Work Experience

  • approx. 3 - 6 years

Education

  • Doctoral / PhD

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Benefits

Retirement Plans

  • Occupational pension plan

Other Benefits

  • Attractive core funding
  • Supportive research environment
  • Access to clinical datasets
  • Access to sample collections
  • Support for preclinical model systems
  • Administrative support for grant applications
  • Advisory services for elderly care

Job Security

  • Tenure option

Informal Culture

  • International research community

Modern Office

  • Modern infrastructure

Modern Equipment

  • Access to high-performance computing cluster

More Vacation Days

  • 30 days of vacation

Flexible Working

  • Flexible working hours

Family Support

  • Family-friendly environment

Childcare

  • Parent-child room

Public Transport Subsidies

  • Subsidized public transportation ticket

Learning & Development

  • Professional development opportunities
  • Training programs

Mentorship & Coaching

  • Mentoring programs

Career Advancement

  • Leadership programs

Mental Health Support

  • Occupational health management
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