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IT / Software positions at German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)

1 open positions, aggregated daily from university career portals across Europe.

Research software engineering and IT positions in academia are growing as computational methods become central to modern research. Roles range from scientific programmers and data engineers to research software engineers and HPC specialists. These positions are typically well-paid relative to other academic roles and offer the chance to work on cutting-edge problems without the publish-or-perish pressure.

•Growing field: research software engineering recognised as a career path
•Languages: Python, R, C++, Julia common; web stacks for platforms
•Often permanent or long-term contracts at core facilities
•Competitive salaries, especially in Switzerland and Germany

German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)

IT / Software

IT Specialist / IT Administrator (m/f/d)

Shape Infrastructure & Co-develop Processes Participation in the development and operation of a high-performance IT infrastructure Coordination and implementation of modern IT processes Close collaboration with the IT departments of DKFZ in Heidelberg and the University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus Dresden Contribution of innovative ideas to optimize workflows System Administration & IT Support Installation and maintenance of Windows and Linux workstations as well as standard software Execution of software distribution and regular application updates Management of the client and server landscape as well as…

🇩🇪 Heidelberg

Closes tomorrowSource: German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ)

Frequently asked questions

What is a research software engineer?+

A research software engineer (RSE) develops software for research purposes — building tools, pipelines, simulations and platforms that enable scientific work. RSE is increasingly recognised as a career path distinct from both academia and industry software engineering, with dedicated positions at universities and research centres.

How do academic IT salaries compare to industry?+

Academic IT/software positions typically pay less than equivalent industry roles, but they offer advantages: interesting problems, flexible hours, job security (many are permanent), conference travel, and the ability to publish. In Switzerland and Germany, the gap is narrower than in other countries.