PhD Student in Bioinformatics Position

vor 4 Wochen


Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland DKFZ Vollzeit
PhD Student in Bioinformatics Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled researcher to join our team as a PhD student in bioinformatics. The successful candidate will participate in a project aimed at developing computational tools to improve and validate a tissue of origin classifier and a molecular classification framework based on already available DNA methylation, DNAseq and RNAseq data derived from CUP tumor samples generated within clinical trials.

Your Tasks
  • Develop computational tools to improve and validate a tissue of origin classifier and a molecular classification framework
  • Work with large CUP datasets and in close collaboration with clinical cancer researchers and molecular biologists within a multidisciplinary team
  • Establish novel projects in tumor classification and pathophysiological characterization, as well as expand potential applications beyond tissue-of-origin prediction and molecular classification
Your Profile
  • Master's degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, biostatistics, computer science or a related field
  • Strong bioinformatics analytical skills and experience with Linux / Unix command line as well as proficiency in programming languages such as R and Python, Bash scripting and deep learning frameworks
  • Ability to acquire and process data from sequencing facilities or public resources, run and adapt existing pipelines and develop new ones
  • Profound knowledge of cancer biology and cancer genomics is a plus
  • Ability to work independently as well as in a team with outstanding self-initiative, positive work attitude, strong work ethic and team spirit
  • Excellent communication skills in English as well as writing, presentation and data management skills
We Offer
  • Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level
  • Access to international research networks
  • Doctoral salary with the usual social benefits
  • 30 days of vacation per year
  • Flexible working hours
  • Possibility of part-time work
  • Family-friendly working environment
  • Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
  • Unleash your full potential: targeted training and mentoring through the DKFZ International PhD Program and DKFZ Career Service
  • Our Corporate Health Management Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being


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