Research Assistant/PhD Candidate in Internal Medicine at The University Hospital of Würzburg 2026

The University Hospital of Würzburg is seeking a Research Assistant / PhD Candidate for its central laboratory.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineApril 30, 2026
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorUniversity of Würzburg
• City to studyBavaria
• School to studyUniversity of Würzburg
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• A doctoral position according to WissZeitVG (E13 TV-L, 65%)
• Structured doctoral program requirements through the Graduate School of Life Sciences (GSLS) Würzburg
• Excellent support in a young, dedicated and closely networked research team
• A dynamic, interdisciplinary research environment with established laboratory and research infrastructure
• Opportunities for further training and education , participation in international congresses
• Company pension scheme : We support you in your financial security in old age.
• Flexible working hours : Allows you to arrange your working hours flexibly.
• Comprehensive company sports offerings : Our own gym (Milon circuit) helps you stay fit and healthy.
• On-site company daycare with extended opening hours (5:30 am – 6:00 pm): So you can better reconcile work and family life.
• Extensive training and further education in our own academy: We promote your personal and professional development.

Requirements

• Successful completion of a degree in a discipline relevant to the research area (Diploma/Master's): e.g., epidemiology, statistics, health or nursing sciences, public health, health services research with a strong analytical focus, or a comparable degree.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and software (R, Python)
• Excellent German and English skills, both spoken and written.
• Experience or prior knowledge in laboratory diagnostic methods, as well as in participating in scientific projects and the preparation of publications, is desirable.
• High motivation, sense of responsibility, teamwork skills, structured work style and pronounced scientific curiosity

Application Documents

• CV
• Cover letter
• Certificates
• List of publications (optional)

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are to be made via the Online Application Portal.

For more information, kindly visit the University Hospital of Würzburg webpage.