Group leader (m/w/d) Integrative Biostatistics (m/f/d)

The position is based at the Institute of Cardiogenetics at the UKSH. The institute brings together experts in life science, bioinformatics, and cardiovascular medicine to advance the understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying heart disease and to translate these insights into clinical innovation. The work will be carried out within the framework of the German Centre for Cardiovascular Research (DZHK).

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Join our team and support us from February 1, 2026 , as Head of the Research Group “Integrative Biostatistics” at the Institute of Cardiogenetics . The position is initially limited until December 31, 2030 .

What do we offer:

• Salary payment in accordance to remuneration group E14 TV-L
• Part time position, i.e. 11.5 hours per week
• Stimulating environment with freedom t develop new research directions.
• Attractive employee discounts on online platforms and with a range of partner companies
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Your responsibilities:

• Provide scientific leadership and coordinate a team of bioinformaticians conducting advanced computational and genetic analyses.
• Design, implement, and evaluate independent research projects in alignment with the institute’s strategic objectives.
• Drive the preparation of high-impact scientific publications, acquisition of third-party funding, and participation in interdisciplinary collaborations.
• Supervise and mentor PhD candidates and students, fostering excellence in research and teaching.
• Strengthen the institute’s international research network, particularly through engagement with the DZHK and the project “Targeting Omics-Derived Inflammatory Candidates for Novel Atherosclerosis Therapy.”

Your profile:

• University degree in statistics, public health and/or genetic epidemiology with strong expertise in statistical and bioinformatic analyses of human and experimental omics data.
• Proven experience in developing and applying multi-omics and AI-integrated research strategies.
• Strong publication record and demonstrated success in large-scale, collaborative, and translational research projects.
• Excellent leadership, project coordination, and grant management skills, including successful acquisition of national and EU research funding.
• Outstanding communication and networking abilities with a commitment to mentoring early-career scientists and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

We look forward to receiving your application by December 19, 2025 quoting reference number 27486 .

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