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

The Leibniz Institute for Prevention Research and Epidemiology – BIPS develops effective strategies for the prevention of chronic, non-communicable diseases. Supporting a healthy life-course early on is our primary goal. The focus of our research is therefore on factors beyond individual diseases, such as lifestyle and environment, biological and social factors, as well as early detection of diseases and drug safety. Our research spectrum covers methodological development, the identification of the causes of diseases, and intervention and implementation research. We also engage in close dialogue with politicians and the general population and provide academic qualification to young scientists. We offer 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.

Berufsgruppe

Wissenschaft und Forschung

Eingruppierung

EG 13 TV-L

Besetzbar

01.01.2027

Bereich

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 PhD students with interest 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

Aufgabengebiet

• Coordinate and participate in research projects
• Data analysis and interpretation of results
• Publish and present research results
• Support reporting of results

Voraussetzungen

• Master’s degree (or equivalent including ‘Staatsexamen’) in one 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

Kennzeichen

A26-33

Bewerbungsfrist

27.11.2026

Befristet

36 Monate

Allgemeine Hinweise

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 U Bremen Research Alliance.

Bewerbungshinweise

Please send your application in English or German including a cover letter, CV and certificates quoting the reference number A26-33 and mention at least of one of the topics above by November 27, 2026 by e-mail as a single PDF file to:

bewerbung@leibniz-bips.de

Please note that applications which do not comply with the required format (1 PDF document) cannot be considered.

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

Ansprechperson

Enquiries to: Dr. Wiebke Schäfer, phone: +49 421 218 56 887
Additional information can be found on our homepage: https://www.leibniz-bips.de/en.

Leibniz-Institut für Präventionsforschung und Epidemiologie - BIPS GmbH
- Personalverwaltung -
Achterstraße 30
28359 Bremen
bzw. per E-Mail an Michaela Modde: bewerbung@leibniz-bips.de