Translational Epidemiologist - Heidelberg, Deutschland - Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Geprüftes Unternehmen

Heidelberg, Deutschland

vor 3 Wochen

Geschrieben von:

Lena Wagner

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Beschreibung

Position:
Translational Epidemiologist**
Department: Personalized Early Detection of Prostate Cancer

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The German Cancer Research Center is the largest biomedical research institution in Germany. With more than 3,000 employees, we operate an extensive scientific program in the field of cancer research.

Job description:

Setup and perform a translational research project using available biomaterial from the PROBASE trial in order to screen for new biomarkers in the early detection of prostate cancer
Perform statistical data analysis in PROBASE, as well as in complementary study contexts and databases, for studies on prostate cancer risk stratification, early detection and improved methods for mínimally invasive diagnosis
In collaboration with PROBASE and other investigators, prepare scientific manuscripts for refereed journals and other academic outputs

Requirements:

Applicants must have a university degree (M.Sc.) in epidemiology and/or biostatistics and/or life sciences (biology, molecular biology, medicine). In-depth knowledge of epidemiological study methods, experience with statistical software (e.g. SAS, SPSS, R) and fluency in written and spoken English are requirements. A good knowledge of German is useful. Further assets will be experience in conducting translational projects, and good skills in organization, cooperation and communication.

We offer:

Interesting, versatile workplace
International, attractive working environment
Campus with modern stateoftheart infrastructure
Salary according to TV-L including social benefits
Possibility to work parttime
Flexible working hours
Comprehensive further training program

Important notice:

Earliest Possible Start Date:
as soon as possible

Duration:
The position is initially limited to 2 years.

The position can in principle be part-time.

Application Deadline:

Contact:

Prof. Dr. Peter Albers
Phone /42-3046

The DKFZ is committed to increase the proportion of women in all areas and positions in which women are underrepresented.

Qualified female applicants are therefore particularly encouraged to apply.