Full Professor W3 in Epidemiology and Medical Biometry
Faculty of Medicine/Uniklinik RWTH Aachen
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Medizinische Fakultät/Uniklinik RWTH Aachen
We are inviting applicants for the position in the area of Clinical Epidemiology and Medical Biometry. The starting date is March 1st, 2026. We are looking for a person who represents these areas in teaching and has a scientific focus on clinical epidemiology and/or medical biometry. The tasks of the professorship include organising and ensuring statistical advice for doctoral students and scientists and close cooperation with the Clinical Trials Centre (CTC-A).
Intensive experience in the counselling and supervision of regulated studies is expected. The certificate ‘Biometry in Medicine’ from GMDS and IBS-DR or a comparable qualification is desirable.
Interdisciplinary scientific co-operation with other departments and clinics of the Medical School, with the research areas of the RWTH Aachen University including SFB TRR 219, SFB 1382, KFO 344, KFO 5011, IRTG 2150, GRK 2375, GRK 2415, GRK 2610, PAK 961, CIOABCD, JARA, IZKF AACHEN, with the Institute of Biomedical Technologies (IBMT) and with other technical disciplines are encouraged. In addition, an active commitment in the degree programs of the Medical Faculty is also expected.
The requirements include a doctoral degree and additional research experience, such as a habilitation (post-doctoral lecturing qualification) or equivalent achievements gained as a university researcher or professor or in a research position outside academia. High ranked publications and third-party funding is expected. Teaching ability and dedication are essential and the application should include proof of this. Fluent German is not required to start the position but the successful candidate will be expected to hold classes in German within the first 5 years.
Please submit your application online by 13.06.2025 through the RWTH appointment portal at:
www.berufungsportal.rwth-aachen.de
For inquiries specific to the academic position, please reach out to at Univ.-Prof. Dr. Thomas Kraus (tkraus@ukaachen.de), chairman of the appointment committee.
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This position is available on a part-time basis upon request. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender. RWTH Aachen University is recognized as a family-friendly institution and provides a dual career program to support partner hiring. Our Family Services Center, part of the Equal Opportunities Office, is available to offer guidance on family matters, including childcare and caregiving responsibilities.
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