Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg
Gesundheit, Soziales
Heidelberg
- Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit
- 63.000 € – 77.500 € (von XING geschätzt)
- Vor Ort
Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
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Mathematical Modeller (PhD/Postdoc) – Diagnostics for respiratory infections (m/f/d)
PhD or Postdoc possible
wanted for a start on April 1, 2026 at Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine (IDTM).
Who we are: The Department of Infectious Disease and Tropical Medicine at Heidelberg University Hospital has a clinical and research mandate. The department is embedded in a research-active university campus (incl. the Heidelberg Institute for Global Health). On the research side (www.denkglobaldx.org), our department hosts a diverse and interdisciplinary team working across diagnostic innovation, clinical and implementation research, mathematical modelling, data science, and health-economic evaluation. We collaborate closely with other leading academic institutions (e.g., Harvard, UCSF, Johns Hopkins), global research networks (R2D2, Smart4TB), global health organisations such as WHO, and industry partners. Our environment is collaborative, supportive, and focused on generating actionable research to improve global health.
We are seeking a mathematical modeller to join our Modelling & Data Science Team and support two international research projects aiming to advance diagnostic tools for tuberculosis and respiratory infections (incl. breath-based tools) through clinical, engineering, and modelling innovation (BreathForDx & B-Path; European Research Counsil [ERC]). You conceive and design modelling and health economic analyses to generate estimates of health impact and cost-effectiveness, suitable to characterize potential use cases.
The position is available for 2 years with the intention to extend dependent on acquisition of 3rd party funding.
- Job-ID: V000015211
- Field of application: Infektions- und Tropenmedizin
- Location: Heidelberg
- Job Category: Science and teaching
- Working hours: full-/ part-time (65 % - 100%)
- Published: 15.01.2026
- Limitation: Temporary (2 years)
- Contract: TV-L
Your Tasks
- Contribute to use cases for novel diagnostic tools and develop and implement mathematical and computational models (microsimulation, agent-based, state-transition, or dynamic transmission models) to assess their potential health and economic impact (incl scenario and uncertainty analysis
- Use experimental, clinical and programmatic datasets for model parameterisation, calibration, and validation.
- Foster collaboration with project partners, stakeholders, and international organisations as part of large multi-country research initiatives and maintain transparent communication with stakeholders and funders
- Monitor study and project progress against milestones, ensuring delivery within scope, timelines and budgets
- Contribute to scientific communication, including drafting manuscripts for peer-reviewed publications and preparing scientific and project presentations (with opportunities for international travel) and participate in funding applications for additional research.
Your Profile
- Master’s degree (for PhD-level appointment) or PhD (postdoc-level), or equivalent expertise in epidemiology, biostatistics, applied mathematics, computer science, biomedical engineering, physics, health economics, or related quantitative field
- Strong quantitative and programming skills (preferably R, NetLogo, or similar)
- Experience in infectious disease modelling, microsimulation, diagnostic modelling, or health-economic evaluation
- Motivation to work on challenges in TB diagnostic research
- Strong communication skills in English and ability to work in interdisciplinary, international teams
What we offer
- Goal-oriented, individual training and development opportunities
- Working with the latest techniques / technical equipment
- Possibility of mobile working
- Possibility to publish scientifically is offered and supported
- Regular team meetings
- Possibility to take over project responsibility
- Flexible working hours within the framework of flexitime
- Possibility of doctorate
- Collectively agreed remuneration (TV-L E13), attractive company pension scheme (VBL)
- 30 days vacation
- Sustainable travel: job ticket
- Family-friendly working environment: cooperative arrangements for childcare, subsidy for child vacation care, advice for employees with relatives in need of care
- Wide range of health, prevention and sports offers
Interested?
Applications will be accepted until 15.02.2026 in our online portal. Please include motivation letter and CV. Emailed applications will not be considered.
Infektions- und Tropenmedizin69120 Heidelberg
Note: The UKHD is subject to the provisions of the Infektionsschutzgesetz. Therefore, a valid measles immunity certificate is required for all persons employed at the UKHD.
The UKHD embraces diversity and values diversity.
Regardless of age, gender, sexual identity, disability, origin or religion, we offer everyone the same opportunities. If one gender is underrepresented in a particular area, we place particular emphasis on counteracting this imbalance. If they have the same aptitude, qualifications and professional performance, we give priority to people with severe disabilities when considering them for vacancies.
Classification is based on qualifications and personal requirements. The salary (gross) is for a full-time position and does not include the annual bonus or other allowances.
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