Job Description

We are looking for an exceptionally talented and motivated bioinformatician to join our research group at the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) in Heidelberg, one of Europe’s leading hubs for cancer research.

This PhD project focuses on the integration of proteomics, genomics, and transcriptomics data with a clinically well-annotated patient cohort to uncover novel disease mechanisms, identify therapeutic targets, and advance personalized medicine.

Who Should Apply?

✅ Candidates with strong experience in bioinformatics or multi-omics data analysis
✅ Solid understanding of proteomics and other omics data structures
✅ Highly motivated individuals with a genuine passion for scientific discovery

Why Join Us?

🏛 World-class environment – DKFZ and the Heidelberg Life Science community offer exceptional opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and career development.
🌍 International exposure – Be part of a multicenter EU-funded consortium, enabling cross-disciplinary training and research exchange across leading European institutions.
🧬 Cutting-edge infrastructure – Access to advanced analytical pipelines and high-dimensional datasets across proteomics, genomics, and single-cell omics
🤝 Collaborative lab culture – Work within a dynamic and interdisciplinary team addressing fundamental questions in cancer biology and systems medicine

How to Apply

Interested candidates please read the requirement carefully. Apply only if you have experience in bioinformatics. Send your CV, cover letter, and contact details for two references to ak.jayavelu@dkfz-heidelberg.de.

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