Postdoc in prevention research (m/f/d/x)

Leibniz-Institut für Präventionsforschung und Epidemiologie – BIPS GmbH; Deutschland; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Das Leibniz-Institut für Präventionsforschung und Epidemiologie – BIPS GmbH in Bremen sucht mehrere Postdocs in der Präventionsforschung (m/f/d/x) mit Schwerpunkt Epidemiologie, Implementierungswissenschaft oder Gesundheitsentscheidungsforschung. Die Stellen sind TV-L, Entgeltgruppe 13, 39,2 Wochenstunden, 100% Stelle, befristet auf drei Jahre ab 01.01.2027.

Sie arbeiten in interdisziplinären Teams, koordinieren Projekte, veröffentlichen Ergebnisse und unterstützen die Beantragung externer

Qualifications

• Master- oder PhD-Abschluss in einem der genannten Bereiche oder verwandten Disziplinen.
• Gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift.
• Starkes Interesse an interdisziplinärer Forschung.
• Eigeninitiative, Motivation, Engagement und wissenschaftliche Neugier.

Responsibilities

• Forschungsprojekte durchführen und koordinieren.
• Forschungsergebnisse veröffentlichen und präsentieren.
• Forschungsberichte schreiben.
• Mitbetreuen von Bachelor-, Master- und Doktorand*innen.
• Mittelbeschaffung unterstützen.

Skills

Master/PhD in relevant field

Gute Englischkenntnisse

Interdisziplinäres Forschungsinteresse

Eigeninitiative und Engagement

Education

Masterabschluss oder gleichwertig in relevanten Bereichen

Job description

Organisation/Company Leibniz-Institut für Präventionsforschung und Epidemiologie – BIPS GmbH Research Field Medical sciences » Epidemiology Medical sciences » Health sciences Medical sciences » Other Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Positions Postdoc Positions Application Deadline 27 Nov 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Berlin) Country Germany Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Negotiable Offer Starting Date 1 Jan 2027 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Reference Number A26-34 Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS GmbH invites applications for several positions(depending upon funding)to be filled as

Postdoc in prevention research (m/f/d/x)
Salary scale 13 TV-L,39.2 hours/week (100% position).
The positions are generally suitable for part-time employment.
Starting from January 1, 2027 or later for the duration of 3 years (extension possible).

In the coming years, the Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS will expand its research into the prevention of chronic, non-communicable diseases across the life course. The focus is on factors beyond individual diseases, such as lifestyle and environment, digital media, biological and social factors, as well as early detection. Existing large cohort studies based on primary data based will be used (e.g., IDEFICS/I.Family cohort study, NAKO Health Study), a birth cohort will be established and secondary data (health claims data) will be analyzed. Further, implementation and interventional research will be conducted to develop and evaluate innovative strategies for targeted prevention. The research is cross-departmental and involves all scientific departments of BIPS.

In this context, we are looking for several postdoctoral researchers with expertise in at least one of the following areas:

• Epidemiology with a focus on primary data
• Epidemiological research based on health claims data
• Implementation science
• Health decision science
• Project management

Tasks:

• Conduct and coordinate research projects
• Publish and present research results
• Write research reports
• Co-supervise bachelor, master and PhD students
• Support acquisition of external funding

Requirements:

• Master’s / PhD degree (or equivalent) inone of the areas mentioned above or related disciplines
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
• Initiative, motivation, commitment, and scientific curiosity

What we offer:

The Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS offers exciting research topics, a stimulating international environment, a good infrastructure, close ties to the University of Bremen and an engaged, supportive and cooperative team. Postdocs are encouraged to strive for scientific independence and to establish their own research focus. BIPS holds the audit 'berufundfamilie' (work and family) certificate and actively promotes the compatibility of career and individual lifestyle through flexible working hours, mobile working options, and continuous professional development. We also offer additional support for international scholars to relocate to Germany through the Welcome Center of the UBremen Research Alliance.

Among equally qualified applicants, preference will be given to severely disabled candidates.

Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS GmbH
Human Resources Department
Achterstr. 30
28359 Bremen
Germany

Requirements

Research Field Medical sciences » Epidemiology Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Medical sciences » Health sciences Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Research Field Medical sciences » Other Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

• Master’s / PhD degree (or equivalent) inone of the areas mentioned above or related disciplines
• Good command of spoken and written English
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary research
• Initiative, motivation, commitment, and scientific curiosity

Languages ENGLISH Level Excellent

Languages GERMAN

Research Field Medical sciences

Additional Information

The Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS offers exciting research topics, a stimulating international environment, a good infrastructure, close ties to the University of Bremen and an engaged, supportive and cooperative team. Postdocs are encouraged to strive for scientific independence and to establish their own research focus. BIPS holds the audit 'berufundfamilie' (work and family) certificate and actively promotes the compatibility of career and individual lifestyle through flexible working hours, mobile working options, and continuous professional development. We also offer additional support for international scholars to relocate to Germany through the Welcome Center of the UBremen Research Alliance.

Among equally qualified applicants, preference will be given to severely disabled candidates.