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The German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ) stands for excellent science, groundbreaking innovations, and a clear mission: researching for a life without cancer. Discover more about our mission and values, fascinating facts and figures, and how to find us in Heidelberg.

As the largest biomedical research institution in Germany and a member of the Helmholtz Association of German Research Centres, we are dedicated to advancing cancer research. Our scientists study the origins of cancer, identify risk factors, and develop strategies to prevent people from developing the disease. They create innovative approaches to diagnose tumors more precisely and treat cancer patients more effectively.

Our mission is to significantly decrease new cancer cases and cancer deaths through transformative research, education of the next generation of leaders and seamless transfer of our results into the health system, society, and innovative products.

A future where groundbreaking discoveries empower a life without cancer, foster healthier societies and inspire a global commitment to prevention, early detection and treatment. Research for a life without cancer.

 

26 Aug, 2026
Full Time Fixed Term
DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowship
DKFZ Heidelberg, Germany
SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER RESEARCH! Apply for a  DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowship! The  German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)  invites outstanding early-career scientists from around the world to apply for one of its prestigious DKFZ Postdoctoral Fellowships. The fellowship offers exceptional researchers the opportunity to launch the next stage of their scientific careers at Germany’s largest biomedical research institution. With more than 100 research divisions, DKFZ provides a unique environment that brings together experts in basic, computational, translational, epidemiological, and cancer prevention research. This breadth of expertise creates outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and scientific discovery.  At DKFZ, postdoctoral researchers benefit from an international and collaborative research environment, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and access to world-class scientific expertise. Fellows are...