Are you passionate about research that directly benefits patients? Join our translational research team and help shape the future of pediatric leukemia treatment through image-based drug profiling.

We’re looking for a dedicated Postdoc to join our research team, where science meets clinical relevance. You will work directly with patient-derived samples to test drug responses - contributing to science that makes a difference. This is a hands-on, high-responsibility role with meaningful outcomes for young patients.

What makes our team unique is our close collaboration across research groups and our strong connection to the St. Anna Children’s Hospital. You’ll be part of a dynamic, enthusiastic team where everyone contributes to a shared mission. This position offers purpose-driven, application-oriented work with room to shape projects and contribute your own ideas.

Find more information of our research group here.

 

Does this sound interesting? This is our offer to you:

• A challenging role in a meaningful, inspiring, and international environment
• An outstanding working atmosphere in a young and dynamic team
  • find more information on Kununu and Glassdoor
• Access to state-of-the-art infrastructure
• Flexible working hours, discounted lunch and other great benefits
• Great location in the center of Vienna, a capital of biomedical research in Europe with excellent quality of life
• An attractive salary package according to the Austrian Science Fund FWF (https://www.fwf.ac.at/en/research-funding/personnel-costs/)

 

What you bring for this position:

• PhD in a relevant subject, e.g. molecular biology, bioinformatics or related field
• Strong data analysis and coding skills in Python
• Experience with pediatric leukemias or precision oncology
• Experience with biological image analysis and machine learning for computer vision
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills (German is not required)

We are looking forward to your application! Applications should contain:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover letter detailing your motivation
• List of publications (explain your most important contributions)
• Contact details of 2-3 scientific references
• Short proposal (max. 1 page) for a research project you would like to pursue would be welcome

The application deadline ends on 31.12.2025. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.