Düsseldorf University Hospital (UKD) is the largest hospital in the state capital and one of the most important medical centers in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. The 9,300 employees at UKD and its subsidiaries are committed to treating over 45,000 inpatients and 270,000 outpatients every year. The UKD stands for international excellence in patient care, research and teaching, as well as for innovative and safe diagnostics, therapy and prevention. Patients benefit from the intensive interdisciplinary cooperation between the 60 clinics and institutes. The particular strength of the University Hospital is the close integration of clinical and research work for the safe application of new methods. Tomorrow's medicine is being created at the UKD. Every day.
The Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine at UKD is seeking, starting at the 1st August 2026, a
The Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine at UKD is seeking, starting at the 1st August 2026, a
Research Associate (m/w/d)
The position is full-time and initially limited to 2 years, with the option of extension. It is a qualification position in accordance with the German Academic Fixed-Term Contract Act (WissZeitVG, §2 para. 1).
Responsibilities
- Core task: Provide statistical, data management, and epidemiological expertise across various institute projects.
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- Preparation of complex datasets
- Planning and implementation of quality control for large datasets
- Planning and coordination of data collection in epidemiological studies
- Statistical analysis of epidemiological studies
- Statistical consulting for institute working groups and, if applicable, implementation of analyses
- Additional tasks:
- Preparation of manuscripts and presentations at conferences
- Development and implementation of IT concepts for scientific data
- Participation in teaching activities of the institute (medical and public health programs)
Requirements
- Enthusiasm for scientific work and interest in environmental or occupational epidemiology
- Reliable, independent, and careful working style
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Excellent English skills (spoken and written)
- Experience in data management of epidemiological studies and implementing advanced statistical analyses
- Academic degree (e.g., biostatistics or epidemiology)
- Desirable:
- Good IT skills
- PhD
- Experience in environmental or occupational epidemiological research
We Offer:
- Opportunity to pursue a PhD or habilitation
- A diverse, interesting, and responsible role in an open, interdisciplinary, and international team
- Tailored training opportunities and support for your scientific career
- Standard public sector benefits (e.g., occupational pension scheme)
- Affordable catering options
- Daycare center
- Staff accommodation
For further information, please contact Prof. Dr. Barbara Hoffmann MPH (email)
Remuneration is based on the provisions of the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L) EG 13, with recognition of previous professional experience.
The employment contract will be concluded with Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf.
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf aims to increase the proportion of women. Therefore, women will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal qualification, unless reasons related to another candidate prevail. The university promotes diversity and has signed the “Diversity Charter.” It is certified as a family-friendly university and supports diversity among its staff. Part-time employment is possible.
Remuneration is based on the provisions of the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L) EG 13, with recognition of previous professional experience.
The employment contract will be concluded with Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf.
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf aims to increase the proportion of women. Therefore, women will be given preferential consideration in cases of equal qualification, unless reasons related to another candidate prevail. The university promotes diversity and has signed the “Diversity Charter.” It is certified as a family-friendly university and supports diversity among its staff. Part-time employment is possible.
Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preferential consideration in the case of equal suitability. Part-time employment is possible.
By submitting application documents, applicants agree that these become the property of UKD and will not be returned for cost reasons.
Please send your written application with the usual documents within two weeks after publication of this advertisement, preferably by email, to:
By submitting application documents, applicants agree that these become the property of UKD and will not be returned for cost reasons.
Please send your written application with the usual documents within two weeks after publication of this advertisement, preferably by email, to:
bewerbungen@med.uni-duesseldorf.de
or
Universitätsklinikum Düsseldorf
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Moorenstr. 5, 40225 Düsseldorf
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