A fantastic opportunity is available at the St. Anna Children’s Cancer Research Institute (St. Anna CCRI) in Vienna, Austria. They are seeking a driven PhD Student or Postdoc to apply bioinformatic skills to patient single-cell data and contribute to groundbreaking, science-that-matters research in pediatric oncology.
PhD / Postdoc Scholarship Opportunity: Computational Pediatric Cancer Genomics, (St. Anna CCRI) Austria
📊 Quick Overview
| Category | Details |
| Designation | PhD Student / Postdoc (f/m/d) |
| Research Area | Computational Pediatric Cancer Genomics |
| Location | Vienna, Austria (Prime central location, flexible/home office options available) |
| Salary | Minimum € according to the Austrian Science Fund FWF salary scale |
| Application Deadline | September 15, 2026 (Reviewing on a rolling basis) |
🔬 Research Area & Project Focus
Positioned within the Sabine Taschner-Mandl Group, this project focuses on the analysis of single-cell and multi-omics data from patient samples. The ultimate goal is to uncover the tumor microenvironment and the (epi)genetic drivers of neuroblastoma using cutting-edge computational methods.
🧬 Eligibility & Qualifications
To be considered for this role, you should bring:
- Education: An MSc or PhD degree (completed or near completion) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Systems Biology, or Cancer Genomics.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in R and Python, with hands-on experience in NGS data analysis. Strong preference is given to candidates with experience in cancer genomics, single-cell RNA-seq, and/or ATAC-seq analysis.
- Knowledge Base: Familiarity with cell biology, cancer biology, or molecular biology concepts.
- Soft Skills: Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team. You should possess a well-organized, hard-working approach driven by genuine scientific curiosity.
📋 Job Description & Responsibilities
As a member of the research team, your core responsibilities will include:
- Developing and applying bioinformatic approaches for single-cell RNA-seq and ATAC-seq data analysis alongside multimodal integration.
- Integrating other omics modalities, such as somatic copy number and mutation analysis.
- Collaborating closely with wet-lab team members to interpret omics findings in a translational, clinical context.
- Writing scientific manuscripts and presenting your research findings at national and international conferences.
- Applying for competitive PhD/Postdoc fellowships as part of your ongoing professional development.
📩 How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online and should at least include your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a Cover Letter.
Ready to make a difference in pediatric cancer research? You can submit your application directly by using the St. Anna CCRI Job Application Link. If you have specific questions regarding the vacancy, you can reach out directly to the HR contact, Vanessa Kühl, via email.
