Research Assistant (WHB) (f/m/x) Distributed Analytics

We are looking to support our rapidly growing team as soon as possible:

Research Assistant (WHB) (f/m/x) Distributed Analytics

TV-L: 19 h/week (49,35%)
Limited for 1 year according to WissZeitVG (Third-party funded project)

Compensation is €15,11 per hour of weekly employment

Your tasks

• Support the development and maintenance of biomedical software
• Work on backend (Node.js and Python) and optionally frontend (React and TypeScript) components
• Contribute to the implementation and automation of CI/CD pipelines
• Assist in containerization and deployment processes using Docker
• Collaborate with researchers and developers in interdisciplinary biomedical projects
• Participate in code reviews, version control (Git/GitLab), and documentation efforts

Your profile

• Enrolled in a Master’s program in Computer Science (or related fields like Physics or Mathematics with strong programming experience)
• Confident in working with Node.js, Python, Git/GitLab, and Docker
• Experience with CI/CD workflows is a plus
• Independent, structured working style and willingness to learn
• Interest in biomedical or medical applications is highly desirable
• Previous experience in the biomedical domain is a plus but not required

Our offer

• Everything but ordinary: You can expect a secure job in a challenging, innovative environment – including company pension schemes and regular working hours without business trips.
• Work-life balance: Whether full-time or part-time, with or without children – with numerous support options, we will find the right path together.
• Team spirit in R(h)ine culture: You will be warmly welcomed by an interdisciplinary team that values mutual respect and helpfulness.
• Strong perspectives: We offer extensive training opportunities – so you can continuously grow and set new goals.

Your future with us

We are one of the leading university hospitals in Germany, integrating research, teaching, and healthcare at the highest level. Our environment offers expansive development opportunities, international collaboration, and a commitment to supporting employees in balancing their careers and personal lives.

This is the University Hospital of Cologne: Everything but ordinary.

Your future in detail

Our institute is a newly founded, dynamic entity at the Medical Faculty of the University of Cologne. Its mission is to support data-driven medicine and develop AI technologies for personalized healthcare. You will join an agile, innovative, and interdisciplinary team that fosters collaboration across disciplines to create synergies.

People with disabilities are welcome to apply and will be given preferential consideration in case of equal suitability and qualification.

Contact

Prof. Dr. Oya Beyan

Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR
Geschäftsbereich Personal
Kerpener Str. 62
50937 Köln

Application deadline: 15.06.2025

Job-ID: dtswkwxv

We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!