PhD (d/f/m)
Work time
part-time
Start date
Ab sofort
Employment period
limited
Application deadline
01.01.2026
Deployment location Charité
Campus Charité Mitte
Jobcode
6304
Salary group
E12/E13
Working at Charité
We are seeking a motivated PhD candidate to develop and apply digital phenotyping strategies grounded in principles of circadian health. The project investigates daily rhythms and the timing of behaviors - such as sleep-wake patterns, temperature rhythms, light exposure, and meal timing - in the perioperative context to improve the diagnosis and monitoring of delirium using digital solutions. You will work in an interdisciplinary, international environment at the interface of chronobiology, digital health, and clinical care. We offer access to modern digital monitoring technologies, close clinical collaboration, high-quality datasets, and a wide range of opportunities for scientific training and networking.
Overview of the position
- Designing, planning, and coordinating data collection frameworks in collaboration with the research team, including the development of research data infrastructure to support large-scale and longitudinal data acquisition
- Comprehensive data curation, including data cleaning, documentation, quality assurance, and preparation of datasets for analysis
- Performing statistical analyses and applying advanced quantitative methods
- Analyses of large datasets while exploring temporal dynamics
- Developing and implementing computational approaches to extract meaningful metrics and identify patterns within complex datasets (e.g., actigraphy and data from other sensors)
- Interpreting results and contributing to the integration of findings into the broader research framework
- Presenting research results at seminars, workshops, and international conferences
- According to §110 BerlHG, the candidate will be provided with time for their own academic qualification
What we are looking for
- Master’s degree in bioinformatics, statistics, informatics, mathematics, data science, or a related quantitative field
- Strong interest in quantitative research, data analysis, and computational methods
- Experience with statistical softwares and programming languages (e.g., R, Python, MATLAB)
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary research environment
- English is the group’s language, German proficiency is an advantage
- Previous experience in Chronobiology is an advantage
Charité offers you
- Highly professional work environment in motivated and interdisciplinary teams
- A future-oriented, multifaceted, and stimulating position with a high degree of responsibility and autonomy
- Extensive offers for inhouse training and professional development as well as further qualifications
- Special offers in the areas of shopping, travel and sports
- Additional pension program with a company-wide pension scheme
- Certification as a family friendly university and company since 2007 - You may find further information here
Information regarding the position
- Paygrade E13 according to TVöD VKA-K. You may find further information here
- Working hours is part-time with 25 hours per week
- The position is limited until 31.12.2027, as it is tied to the project duration
- 30 days of paid vacation per year
- The application period ends on: 16.01.2026
- Position ID: 6304
Application
Everyone is welcome at the Charité, regardless of age, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, ethnic or social background. We are committed to equal opportunities and inclusion.
Apply using our online tool and become part of the Charité.
Apply nowIf you have questions, please contact:
Prof. Dr. Luisa Klaus Pilz
luisa.klaus-pilz@charite.de
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Additional information
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin makes its personnel decisions based on suitability, ability and professional performance. The Charité aims to increase the proportion of women in management positions and therefore strongly encourages women to apply. Women with equivalent qualifications will be given priority within the scope of legal possibilities. Applications from people with a migration background who meet the recruitment requirements are expressly encouraged. Severely disabled applicants with equal qualifications will be given preference. A police good-conduct certificate, in some cases an extended good-conduct certificate, is required at the time of recruitment. Unfortunately, application documents can be returned only if a sufficiently stamped envelope is enclosed. Any incurred travel expenses cannot be reimbursed.