Application is open for 7 Postdoc positions for Medical Scientists from any natural science and life science areas, including data science and bioinformatics. UMESciA scientific activities are accompanied by a structured qualification program and awarded with a certificate at the end of the program. Parallel academic qualification towards habilitation is supported by UMESciA. 

These positions are ideal for candidates who have already published in high-ranking journals and now wish to continue their career in one of the leading cancer centers in Germany. You will be embedded into a vibrant network of translational researchers with active interconnection to the local German Cancer Consortium and Clinician Scientist Programs.

We offer:

• Structured qualification program offering scientific qualifications as well as leadership competencies
• Networking and mentoring activities
• Training and research program connecting UMESciA with Clinician Scientist programs by tandem research units
• Guidance for scientific career, networking and grant writing
• Competences and knowledge useful for translational research and career development in the academic or biotech/pharma sector
• A program certificate upon successful completion
• Supporting the compatibility of work and family

Your profile:

• Completed PhD Thesis and a completed academic degree in natural sciences or life sciences (Bachelor/Master/Diploma)
• At least one first (or shared first) authorship in a peer-reviewed journal (original works, no reviews)
• Proven interest in basic, translational, or clinical research
• High motivation and commitment
• Interest in the development of an academic research career
• Excellent English skills

Link to the full text job advertisement will follow soon.

Applications must include:

• Application form (link will follow soon)
• Letter of motivation
• CV with publication list
• Copies of all university degrees including grades,
• Copies of the two best publications (published or accepted)
• Names and contact information of two references or two reference letters

Applications must be submitted through the UME application portal (link to application will follow soon). Please upload documents in one single pdf file.  

The interviews will be held in a two-step process with lectures and individual interviews in June 2026 online or in Essen.