IMMediate: IMMune-Mediated Diseases

• Six-year ACS position: Benefit from a structured six-year position with 50 % protected time for research and additional funding for personnel, consumables, travel and more. This setup enables you to focus on both,  patient care and research endeavors.
• Tailored qualification and mentoring program: Benefit from a comprehensive individual qualification program designed to enhance leadership skills, team science, future skills and science communication. The program includes:
  • A tailored curriculum for leadership and scientific competencies
  • EQUIP courses and events offered by the Office of the Dean for Research
  • Peer and individual coaching sessions
  • Structured mentoring by a personal fellowship committee 
  • Personal mentoring by two career mentors  
• Flexible career development: Take advantage of flexible career measures designed to help you to efficiently gain scientific independence and to foster your professional growth.
• Integration into an internationally recognized research profile: Become part of Freiburg’s renowned research profile on immune-mediated diseases and interact with world-leading scientists and innovative projects.
• Access to advanced resources: Utilize cutting-edge technology platforms, core facilities, clinical study centers, data management facilities, and biobanks to ensure you have the tools and resources necessary for groundbreaking research.

Your Profile: 

• Board-certified physician, preferably in a clinical leadership position (e.g. (functional) senior physician)
• German medical license (Approbation) or permission to practice medicine in Germany
• Proven research profile in immunology aligned with the host department/institute’s goals
• Currently establishing or leading a scientific research group
• Completed habilitation or habilitation expected soon
• Successful acquisition of third-party funds
• Active participation in teaching and mentoring medical students and junior scientists
• Willingness to act as a role model for aspiring Clinician Scientists 

What we expect from your department/institute: 

• Funding for clinical position (50 %)
• Securing protected time for research (50 %)
• Provision of necessary infrastructure and resources
• Ongoing support and long-term career prospects within the department/institute 

If you have any questions regarding the formal requirements for participation, please contact the Coordination Office.

• Excellent research infrastructure: Freiburg boasts an outstanding research infrastructure and international visibility in the field of immune-mediated diseases. The city is home to leading research institutions and offers access to cutting-edge technology and facilities.
• High quality of life: Freiburg is renowned for its high quality of life, offering a rich cultural scene and beautiful scenic surroundings. Residents can enjoy a variety of cultural events, outdoor activities and a vibrant city life in an environmentally conscious and sustainable urban setting.
• Strong networking opportunities: Freiburg provides strong networking opportunities with other leading research institutions and companies in the region. This fosters collaboration, innovation, and the advancement of scientific research and clinical practice.