Postdoctoral Researcher - Computational and Translational Analysis of Pulmonary Nodules | Postdoctoral Researcher - Computational & Translational Analysis of Pulmonary Nodules

Deutsches Krebsforschungszentrum

Heidelberg, Neckar, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland
Published May 18, 2026
Full-time
Fixed-term

Job Summary

This postdoctoral researcher position focuses on the computational and translational analysis of pulmonary nodules within the PRELUNG study, aiming for early lung cancer detection. The role involves leading unbiased, data-driven integration of spatial transcriptomics, genomic data, histopathology, and radiomic features to interpret nodule states and discover biomarkers for liquid biopsy and PET tracer development. A key aspect is the patient-centered translational research, including co-designing a framework for returning molecular and imaging data to study participants. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a relevant computational or biological field, strong experience in omics data analysis (especially spatial transcriptomics), proficiency in R and/or Python, and experience with unsupervised learning. Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills are crucial for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders, including patients, clinicians, and scientists.

Required Skills

Education

PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, biomedical data science, cancer biology, or a related field

Experience

  • PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, biomedical data science, cancer biology, or a related field
  • Strong experience in omics data analysis, ideally including single-cell or spatial transcriptomics
  • Proficiency in R and/or Python and modern data-analysis workflows
  • Experience with unsupervised learning, clustering, and integrative analysis
  • Ability to translate computational findings into meaningful biological and translational insights
  • Strong interest in early cancer detection and biomarker discovery
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including empathy, active listening, and comfort engaging with non-expert stakeholders
  • Collaborative, inclusive, and respectful working style

Languages

Not specified

Additional

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