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Postdoctoral Researcher (f/m/d) – Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology

Specialty
Radiation oncology and radiotherapy

Charite Kampagne Discovery 3
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Work time
full-time

Start date
ab sofort/ asap

Employment period
limited

Application deadline
17.09.2026

Deployment location Charité
Campus Virchow-Klinikum, Wedding

Jobcode
7989

Salary group
E13

 

Working at Charité

For our Medical Physics in Radiation Oncology research group at Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin, we are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher (m/f/d) to join us as soon as possible. We are looking for someone who is eager to contribute their own scientific ideas, drive innovative research, and actively help shape the future direction of our group.

Our department operates fully digitalized, AI-supported workflows and covers the entire spectrum of modern radiation therapy, ranging from stereotactic high-precision treatments to online-adaptive treatment concepts. The close integration of research and clinical practice enables rapid translation of new developments into patient care.

Our research focuses on data-driven and image-guided approaches for further individualization of radiation therapy. We develop innovative workflows and advance the next generation of online-adaptive treatment concepts. We collaborate within a strong network of national and international research institutions as well as industry partners.

We offer substantial scientific freedom: you will have the opportunity to develop your own research focus, establish new collaborations, and strategically advance your academic career, including the possibility of pursuing a habilitation. We actively support applications for external research funding and provide an excellent scientific environment with close clinical integration. As part of the Charité, you will also benefit from Berlin’s outstanding research ecosystem and its numerous collaboration opportunities, particularly through the Berlin Institute of Health and the Berlin University Alliance. Both institutions offer excellent disciplinary and interdisciplinary training and career development programs.

Overview of the position

  • Contribute to innovative research projects and expand national and international research collaborations
  • Develop and establish your own scientific research focus
  • Apply for external research funding; original project ideas and grant proposals are highly encouraged
  • Supervise doctoral, master’s, and bachelor’s theses
  • Participate in teaching activities in accordance with the applicable teaching regulations (LVVO)

What we are looking for

  • Excellent university degree and PhD in Medical Physics, Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience in at least one of the following areas: workflow automation, data analysis, machine learning, or artificial intelligence, ideally with relevance to radiation therapy
  • Enthusiasm for interdisciplinary research and collaboration with clinical, technical, and international partners
  • Independent and well-structured working style, scientific curiosity, and motivation to develop and successfully implement new ideas
  • Excellent written and spoken English skills.

Charité offers you

  • A scientifically challenging position at one of Europe’s leading university hospitals
  • Close integration with clinical radiation oncology and direct translation of research into practice
  • Excellent networking opportunities with research institutions, industry partners, and national and international collaboration centers
  • Active support in acquiring external research funding and building an independent academic career
  • Access to the qualification and funding programs of the Berlin Institute of Health and the Berlin University Alliance.

Information regarding the position

  • Paygrade E13 according to TVöD VKA-K. Your job grade depends on your job qualification whereas the experience level depends on the number of working years. The yearly gross salary is hereby provided based on a full time position excluding yearly bonus and additional pay. You may find further information here
  • Working hours is 38.5 hours per week.
  • The position is limited for 3 years as it is tied to the project duration
  • 30 days of paid vacation per year
  • The application period ends on: 17.09.2026
  • Position ID: 7989

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.

For data protection reasons, we only accept applications via our application portal. The contact details provided below are intended solely for inquiries.

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If you have questions, please contact:

Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Julia Bauer (Julia.Bauer@charite.de)

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The Charité would like to point out that personal data is stored and processed at various locations at the Charité premises (e.g. specialty department, personnel representatives, HR department) as part of and for the purposes of the application process. Furthermore, the data may be transferred or processed within the group and to external bodies (e.g. authorities) to protect legitimate interests. By submitting your application, you agree to our data protection policy and terms of use for application procedures, which you can find here.

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.