The German Cancer Research Center is the largest biomedical research institution in Germany. With more than 2,700 employees, we operate an extensive scientific program in the field of cancer research.

 

The Division of Preventive Oncology is seeking a

 

Postdoc

 

(Ref-No. 241/2016)

 

Description:

 

Conceptual design, conduct and analysis of studies in the field of clinical epidemiology, especially in the field of early detection of cancer and cancer screening

Participation in local, national and international research consortia

Conducting of advanced statistical analyses

Supervision and advanced training of doctoral candidates

Possibilities for further scientific training and postdoctoral lecture qualification (German: Habilitation) are given

Your profile:

 

Above-average PhD level training in the field of life sciences / medicine

Additional qualification or experience in epidemiology / biostatistics, preferably in clinical, epidemiology

Very good knowledge of epidemiologic analyses and methods

Substantial experience in working with statistical software (SAS, R)

Enthusiasm for working in interdisciplinary, team oriented research groups

Very good command of English

The position is limited at first for 2 years, prolongation is possible. The position can in principle be part-time.

 

For further information please contact

Prof. Dr. Hermann Brenner, phone +49 6221 42-1301.

 

The German Cancer Research Center is committed to increase the percentage of female scientists and encourages female applicants to apply. Among candidates of equal aptitude and qualifications, a person with disabilities will be given preference.