Doctoral Researcher in Epidemiology | (Doktorand:in) (m/d/w/x)

BIPS Institut f. Epidemiologie u.Präventionsforschg GmbH

Bremen, Bremen, Deutschland
Published Nov 3, 2025
Part-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This position is for a Doctoral Researcher (Epidemiologist) at the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology (BIPS), focusing on risk-adapted cancer early detection. The researcher will contribute scientifically to expanding this focus area, including cross-departmental collaboration and participation in the OMEN consortium project concerning cancer risk prediction. Day-to-day tasks involve rigorous analysis of primary and secondary data, generating scientific reports, writing English-language publications, and presenting research findings at professional conferences. The role requires a completed Master's degree in a health science field such as Epidemiology, Public Health, or Medicine, along with a strong interest in quantitative research. The ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent teamwork, coordination, and organizational skills. This fixed-term, part-time (70%) role offers structured doctoral training within a highly motivated, collegial team environment closely linked to a university setting.

Required Skills

Education

Master's degree or comparable qualification in Health Sciences (e.g., Public Health, Medicine, Epidemiology).

Experience

  • Professional experience in scientific collaboration within research projects
  • Experience in the analysis and evaluation of primary and secondary data

Languages

English (Fluent)

Additional

  • Part-time employment (70%, 27.44 hours/week). Fixed-term contract for 36 months. Abitur certificate (high school diploma) required for application submission.