EpiFlaMe is a new consortium starting in spring 2026. It is funded as a „Special Research Area“, a prestigious funding scheme of the Austrian Science Fund. The project focuses on understanding epithelial inflammatory memory, and cancer development using multi-omics profiling, computational modeling, and dedicated experimental coculture models. The consortium includes 7 PIs, each leading one subproject, plus supporting bioinformatics personnel.

The EpiFlaMe consortium is committed to a fair, transparent, and excellence-driven recruitment process. The second round of applications for the internationally advertised PhD and postdoc positions will be possible May 29, 2026. Candidates will undergo a rigorous, multi-step selection process combining interviews, scientific presentations, and evaluation by diverse faculty members. The programme ensures equal opportunities, clear communication, and a strong focus on scientific merit and motivation.

The following 2 scientific and 1 administrative positions for EpiFlaMe are currently available:

1 PhD position: one PhD position for the scientific subproject P07

1 Bioinformatician position (Postdoc) for data integration across subprojects

-> To apply, pls follow the respective link on the subpage ‚Apply here‘

1 administrative assistant – not yet advertised