Scientific Coordinator | Scientific Coordinator

Job Summary

The Division of Intelligent Medical Systems (IMSY) at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) is seeking a Scientific Coordinator to lead the international MEDAL consortium. This high-impact project, funded by the Carl-Zeiss-Stiftung, aims to realign medical AI development with real-world clinical needs by establishing a global benchmark for medical imaging AI. As the central point of contact, you will manage organizational, communicative, and operational aspects of the consortium, working at the intersection of computer science, physics, and medicine. Your day-to-day will involve coordinating interdisciplinary research partners, monitoring project milestones, and organizing international scientific events and crowdsourcing activities. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with a background in data or natural sciences who enjoys structuring collaborative processes. The position offers a unique opportunity to work within one of Europe’s largest cancer research centers, featuring state-of-the-art computational resources and a highly collaborative international network.