Advanced Clinician Scientist and Future Clinical Trialists (m/f/d)

(10376)
Leipzig Cohorts and Trial(ist)s
program – LeiCoT

Full-time, limited to 6 years (project-based, dependent on third-party funding) TV-Ä EG Ä2
Start date: 01.07.2026

The Leipzig Cohorts and Trial(ist)s LeiCoT program will address the high need for clinical trialists developing and conducting cohort studies and randomized controlled trials. LeiCoT will build on and extend the excellent infrastructure in the areas of Metabolism, Heart/Brain and Cancer at Leipzig University. LeiCoT will provide novel career pathways, excellent training, cutting-edge clinical research tools and long-term perspectives for clinical trialists to ultimately improve patient care. The program duration is six years, with an interim evaluation after 3 years.

Your Profile

• Recognized specialist (Facharzt) with a strong research background in basic, translational, or clinical research
• Strong research history in one of the three profile areas: Metabolism, Brain/ Heart, or Cancer
• Demonstrated ability to establish, lead, and actively shape a research group
• Independent third-party funding acquisition is desirable
• German medical license (Approbation) or authorisation to practice medicine in Germany
• Strong publication record, typically ≥ 6 peer-reviewed original publications or at least one excellent publication (e.g. top 10% journal or impact factor > 15) as first or last author

What We Offer

• 50% research time and 50% clinical duties, with the clinical activities funded by the hosting department
• ACS funding: €135,000 per year, covering 50% research position as well as personnel, consumables, and travel costs
• An individualized training and mentoring program with three dedicated mentors
• Targeted support for the development of scientific independence
• Access to excellent research infrastructure and established clinical research networks
• Family-friendly policies and commitment to equal opportunities

The Medical Faculty of Leipzig University, with its more than 600-year tradition, is one of the largest research institutions in the Leipzig region. With over 1,300 employees, it is the largest of the university’s 14 faculties and serves as a training center for approximately 3,600 students in human and dental medicine, as well as pharmacy and midwifery.

Apply now for this position by April 3, 2026, through our applicant portal at “online apply.”

By submitting your application documents, you consent to the processing of  the data contained therein for the purpose of the selection process for this advertised position. You may revoke your consent at any time. The processing is carried out exclusively for this selection process and is based on Art. 6 of the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). This includes sharing the data with members of the selection committee, the human resources department, the equal opportunities officer, the representative for severely disabled employees, and the staff council within the scope of their organizational or legal responsibilities. Your data will be stored for a maximum of 6 months after the conclusion of the selection process and will then be deleted.

For inquiries regarding the application process, please contact Sandra Schulze at Sandra.Schulze@medizin.uni-leipzig.de.

Applications will only be accepted via the online application portal.
Applicants with severe disabilities will be given preference if equally qualified.
Please include relevant documentation with your application.