Career

Whether in research, infrastructure and technology, or administration, we are committed to providing our employees with the best possible support on their career path and in their professional development. Find out more about your opportunities at the DKFZ:

• The DKFZ has an exceptional track record in training and educating the next generation of cancer researchers and offers special programs tailored to each career stage under the umbrella of our Cancer Research Academy.
• These include MSc, PhD and postdoctoral programs, a special program for clinician scientists as well as support for junior research group leaders and training programs on dedicated scientific topics such as the Helmholtz School for Information & Data Science in Health.
• “Light up your Journey” – our trainee program in administration for graduates with bachelor's and master's degrees: Explore your individual professional potential. Take advantage of the opportunity to get to know our diverse areas of responsibility in our administration. You will actively work on responsible projects to advance them and develop personally. The bachelor's program focuses on the digitalization and networking of administrative processes, while the master's program concentrates on the optimization and advancement of complex administrative processes.
• Play an active role in shaping the future with our exciting vocational trainings and dual study programs.

An integrated portfolio of training and support programs is available to scientists and employees at all levels, including a scientific Career Development Center.

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