Student Research Assistant (Medical Data Science) | Studentische Hilfskraft (SHK) (w/m/d)

Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR

Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland
Published Jan 21, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This role is for a Student Research Assistant in Medical Data Science, supporting a rapidly growing team focused on cutting-edge research at a leading university hospital. The core responsibilities involve actively contributing to ongoing projects utilizing multimodal medical data. Day-to-day tasks include the development and testing of automated data analysis pipelines, with the unique opportunity to publish relevant findings in international research communities. The position offers flexibility, requiring 7 to 19 hours per week. Candidates must be currently enrolled students in Computer Science or a closely related technical discipline (Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Physics). Essential qualifications include solid programming experience, particularly with Python or a comparable language, and a foundational understanding of Machine Learning and Deep Learning methodologies. This is an attractive opportunity to gain hands-on experience with state-of-the-art data analysis methods, apply digital solutions for real medical benefit, and collaborate within a diverse, interdisciplinary, and supportive team environment dedicated to advancing personalized medicine through AI.

Required Skills

Education

Enrolled student in Computer Science, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical field.

Experience

  • Professional experience in programming (Python or comparable language)
  • Experience with Machine Learning and Deep Learning methods
  • Desirable experience in Natural Language Processing (NLP) or Computer Vision
  • Desirable experience with Explainable AI (XAI) or Knowledge Graphs
  • Desirable experience handling medical data or medical standards

Languages

German (Intermediate)English (Intermediate)

Additional

  • Must be an enrolled student. Part-time employment (7-19 hours/week). Fixed-term contract (in accordance with WissZeitVG).