How to become a Clinician Scientist at DKFZ

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The call for the Clinician Scientist Fellowships 2026 is open!

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Are you considering a career as a clinician scientist?

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DKFZ Clinician Scientist Fellowships

DKFZ Clinician Scientist Fellowships are offered to physicians who are conducting specialized medical training and who wish to enhance their careers by gaining research experience.
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Apply for a posted job opening

Apart from our central fellowships, groups may have their own funding for clinician scientist or postdoc positions. Visit our Job Portal to find out the current open vacancies.
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External funding

If you have already secured your own funding you may contact a DKFZ scientist who you are interested in working with to be your host, to inquire as to whether a position may be available in their laboratory.
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