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PhD Student (m/f/d) Department of Radiotherapy and Radiooncology

Anticipated Start Date:  01.09.2026
Application End Date:  26.07.2026
Temporary Employment:  > 36 months
Working Hours:  Part Time
Requisition ID:  2009

The University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus and the Faculty of Medicine together form University Medicine Dresden. It is committed to excellence in high-performance medicine, medical research and teaching as well as healthcare services for patients in the entire region.

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PhD Student (m/f/d) in the field of radiobiology

at the Department of Radiotherapy and Radiooncology

 

 

 

The part-time position (26 hours per week) is available at the earliest possible date, and is limited to three and a half years. Salary is based on the provisions of the applicable labour agreement. Depending on the personal requirements, classification in pay grade E13 is possible.


 
As part of the collaborative project MEDABIS-PRO, we are looking for a dedicated PhD student to conduct innovative research in the field of radiobiology at the intersection of proton therapy and magnetic resonance imaging. The goal of the doctoral project is to investigate the biological effects of proton beams in the magnetic field of an MR scanner and to generate scientific insights for future-oriented image-guided radiotherapy.
 


Your responsibilities:
 

 

  •     Independent work on a doctoral project on the research topic “radiobiological experiments with proton beams in the magnetic field of an MR Scanner”
  •     Conducting systematic literature research and summarizing the current state of knowledge
  •     Planning, conducting, and evaluating radiobiological experiments with proton beams in the magnetic field of an MR scanner
  •     Analyzing, interpreting, and documenting scientific results, as well as developing new approaches
  •     Presenting and publishing research results at scientific conferences and in international journals
  •     Providing technical help and scientific supervision to students and interns

 

 

Your Profile:
 

  •     Master’s degree in radiobiology, biology, biophysics, or a related field
  •     Experience with cell biology methods and biological techniques (in vitro/in vivo)
  •     Proven practical experience in the laboratory
  •     Knowledge of radiobiology and/or radiation physics is a plus
  •     Strong written and spoken English skills

 

 

We offer: 

 

  • Salary: According to TV-L (pay grade E13, subject to personal qualifications), including annual special payment

  • Vacation: 30 days of paid annual leave

  • Professional development: Extensive internal and external training opportunities to continuously enhance your skills

  • Corporate culture: A transparent, team-oriented environment with shared successes and joint events, including participation in sporting events such as the REWE Team Challenge

  • Mobility: Job bike option and subsidy for public transport ticket

  • Health: Access to modern sports and fitness programs at our health center, mental health support programs, and comprehensive occupational health management

  • Shopping benefits: Employee discounts at the hospital pharmacy, exclusive corporate benefits, and additional shopping platforms

  • Work-life balance: Family office support for childcare, holiday programs, and caregiving responsibilities, as well as flexible working models

 

For further information, please contact the project leaders, Dr. Felix Horst at felix.horst@ukdd.de or Prof. Esther Troost at esther.troost@ukdd.de.

 

Your contact in the HR Directorate

 

 

Antonia Schulz

Tel: 0351-458 77306

Severely disabled applicants are expressly encouraged to apply and will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified.

We kindly ask you to apply preferably via our online form to make the selection process faster and more effective. Of course, we also consider your written application without any disadvantages. 

To ensure the best possible health protection for our patients and employees, we require proof of measles vaccination (a medical certificate) in accordance with the Infection Protection Act. Further proof of vaccination status must be presented before starting work.

Good reasons for the Dresden University Medicine as an employer

Our Benefits

Attractive conditions: We offer attractive compensation according to the collective bargaining agreement, 30 days of vacation, and a fixed annual bonus. For retirement, we offer the option of a company-sponsored pension plan.

Career & Development: Benefit from a wide range of training and professional development opportunities, including at our in-house Carus Academy.

Family Focus: Our Family Office supports you with childcare or eldercare needs.

Health & Prevention: You receive free health consultations, comprehensive vaccination coverage, and regular occupational health checkups. You can also take advantage of our in-house health center, Carus Vital.

Mobility & Transportation: Stay mobile with our job ticket or bike leasing options.

Employee Benefits: Take advantage of discounts on our additional offers at mitarbeiterangebote.de or mitarbeitervorteile.de.

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