Cancer Research PhD & PostDoc Fellowships in Germany at UKGM – Apply Now!

Posted Date: August 18, 2025

Deadline: 20-Oct-2024

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🚀 Exciting PhD/PostDoc Opportunity at UKGM: Unlock the Future of Cancer Diagnostics!

Advance your career in bioinformatics & cancer research now! Apply for PhD/PostDoc fellowships at UKGM, Germany’s leading research center. 

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Cancer Research-PhD/PostDoc Fellowships at UKGM Germany
Cancer Research-PhD/PostDoc Fellowships at UKGM Germany

Are you passionate about bioinformatics and computational biology? Do you want to play a pivotal role in cutting-edge research that improves cancer diagnosis and therapy?

📍 Position: PhD or PostDoc in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology
🔬 Project Focus: Analysis of Cell-Free DNA in Aggressive B Cell Lymphomas
🏥 Institution: University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg (UKGM)

About the University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg (UKGM)

UKGM refers to the University Hospital of Giessen and Marburg. It is a prominent medical research and clinical institution in Germany, specifically involved in cutting-edge projects like the analysis of cell-free DNA in B-cell lymphomas. UKGM offers research opportunities and medical services, and this specific position is in their Department of Molecular Cytology and Functional Genomics, focusing on cancer research and diagnostics.

Why Join Us?

UKGM’s Department of Molecular Cytology and Functional Genomics is at the forefront of cancer research, utilizing advanced genetic and biochemical tools to understand B-cell lymphoma. You will contribute to this ground-breaking field by:

✔️ Developing bioinformatics tools for routine diagnostics
✔️ Enhancing algorithms for analyzing cell-free DNA
✔️ Collaborating in a multidisciplinary research environment

What We Offer:

✨ A chance to contribute to translational cancer research
🎓 PhD or advanced research opportunities
👩‍🔬 Direct access to high-throughput sequencing platforms
🧬 Focused research on liquid biopsy within the “CCC Hessen” initiative
🚆 Free state transportation until 2025 (Hessen)
👩‍🔬 Female scientists are encouraged to apply!

Who Should Apply for PostDoc Fellowships?

We are seeking candidates with a Master’s or PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or related fields. You should have experience in programming languages like R or Python and a strong desire for interdisciplinary collaboration. Excellent English skills are required.

Application Deadline: 📅 October 20th, 2024

🔗 How to Apply for Post-Doctoral Fellowship:

Send your CVresearch experience summary, and copies of certificates/transcripts to roland.schmitz@patho.med.uni-giessen.de.

Ready to be part of transformative cancer research? Apply now and help unlock the future of personalized medicine!

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