Erstellt am 28. Mai 2026
PhD Position (f/m/d)
Universitätsmedizin Göttingen
Göttingen, Niedersachsen 37075, Germany
Teilzeit
Reference: 578822782
part time , 25 hours per week, for 2 years
The Department of Medical Bioinformatics at the University Medical Center Göttingen is a leading research group in the bioinformatic analysis of biomedical high-throughput data. Our work focuses on the development of biomarker signatures, statistical methods, and machine learning approaches for personalised and systems medicine.
We are embedded in multiple DFG- and BMBF-funded collaborative research projects, with a strong focus on the analysis of cancer omics data - including genomics, transcriptomics, and spatial transcriptomics - and the development of innovative AI and machine learning methods. We work in close collaboration with clinical and experimental partners in national and international research consortia.
Within these research groups, we offer ambitious young scientists the opportunity to work at the forefront of research in Medical Bioinformatics. Possible topics for doctoral theses are deeply rooted in the analysis of complex datasets and the development of methods essential for progress in the treatmemt of cancer.
We are looking for PhD candidates interested in statistical data analysis, machine learning methods, gene regulation, bioinformatics, and integrative omics approaches.
Your tasks
Your tasks
Your qualifications
Your qualifications
We offer
We offer
Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.
We look forward to receiving your application!
The Department of Medical Bioinformatics at the University Medical Center Göttingen is a leading research group in the bioinformatic analysis of biomedical high-throughput data. Our work focuses on the development of biomarker signatures, statistical methods, and machine learning approaches for personalised and systems medicine.
We are embedded in multiple DFG- and BMBF-funded collaborative research projects, with a strong focus on the analysis of cancer omics data - including genomics, transcriptomics, and spatial transcriptomics - and the development of innovative AI and machine learning methods. We work in close collaboration with clinical and experimental partners in national and international research consortia.
Within these research groups, we offer ambitious young scientists the opportunity to work at the forefront of research in Medical Bioinformatics. Possible topics for doctoral theses are deeply rooted in the analysis of complex datasets and the development of methods essential for progress in the treatmemt of cancer.
We are looking for PhD candidates interested in statistical data analysis, machine learning methods, gene regulation, bioinformatics, and integrative omics approaches.
Your tasks
Your tasks
- Analysis of cancer multi-omics data (transcriptomics, epigenomics, metagenomics)
- Development and application of statistical and machine learning approaches for biomarker discovery
- Integration of multi-omics datasets across patient cohorts
- Processing and analysis of NGS-based datasets and bioinformatics pipelines
- Contribution to the interpretation of results in close collaboration with clinical and experimental partners
- Support in data and project management
- Preparation of scientific manuscripts and reports
Your qualifications
Your qualifications
- M.Sc. or Diploma in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Data Science, Biology, or a related field
- Solid understanding of biological and biomedical concepts, particularly in the context of cancer or genomics
- Experience and strong interest in machine learning, statistical modelling, and data science
- Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, R, or similar)
- Familiarity with NGS data analysis and bioinformatics workflows is an advantage
- Enthusiasm for working with large, complex, and heterogeneous datasets
- Interest in interdisciplinary research and collaboration across multiple institutions
- Excellent written and spoken English; knowledge of German is advantageous
- High motivation, initiative, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
We offer
We offer
- An exciting research environment at the interface of bioinformatics, AI, and cancer medicine
- Structured mentoring and a supported onboarding process
- A diverse, interdisciplinary, and multi-professional working environment
- Access to state-of-the-art bioinformatics infrastructure and large-scale biomedical datasets
- Salary according to TV-L (part-time, 65%) for an initial period of 3 years, with the possibility of extension
- Additional occupational pension scheme (VBL)
- Company health management programme and sports facilities
- A position in Göttingen - a vibrant university city with a rich scientific tradition
Our goal as University Medical Center Göttingen is professional equality for all genders. We strive to equalize the gender ratio in areas where there is underrepresentation. The University Medical Center Göttingen is particularly committed to the professional participation of severely disabled people and therefore welcomes applications from severely disabled people. In the case of equal suitability, applications from severely disabled persons will be given preferential consideration in accordance with the relevant regulations. We kindly ask you to indicate a disability/equal status in your letter of application in order to safeguard your interests.
We look forward to receiving your application!
