Salaried PhD positions in Translational Medicine, AI, Medical Imaging & Immunology in Vienna

The Medical University of Vienna invites applications for up to 14 fully funded, salaried PhD positions in translational biomedical and clinical research.

PhD candidates receive 3–4 years of university employment, including health and social insurance, 25 days of paid annual leave, public transport support, and no tuition fees.

MedUni Vienna brings together basic research, clinical care, and education in close collaboration with Vienna General Hospital (AKH). PhD researchers benefit from structured doctoral training, international collaboration, and advanced infrastructure, including 7T MRI and new facilities for translational and personalized medicine.

Current PhD Projects

AI, Machine Learning, Medical Informatics & Imaging

• Genetic Endotypes of ME/CFS

• ML Algorithms for Arthritis Imaging

• AI-Powered 3D Whole-Body Metabolic Imaging

• Model-Based RL for Mechanical Ventilation

Immunology

• CD8+ T Cells Rewire Systemic Metabolism

• Decoding ARDS Through Multi-Omics Integration

• Profiling CAR T-cells for Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases

• Engineering Regulatory T Cells for IMIDs

• Epigenetic Reprogramming of Inflammatory Diseases

Neuroscience

• Transcription Regulation During Neuronal Differentiation

Endocrinology & Metabolism

• MC4R Signaling Regulates Human Hepatic Lipid Metabolism

Vascular Biology & Cardiovascular Research

• Clinical and Biological Trajectories After Thrombosis

• Skull Hematopoiesis in Cardiovascular Diseases

• Clonal Hematopoiesis and Cardiovascular Risk

• Platelet Dysfunction in Patients with Unexplained Bleeding

Who Can Apply?

We welcome applicants with a Master's degree (or nearing completion) in medicine, life sciences, physics, computer science, biomedical engineering, or related disciplines.

Medical doctors interested in expanding their clinical expertise through research are particularly encouraged to apply. German proficiency is required for projects involving patient contact. All applicants require English proficiency at B2 level or above.

Project-specific qualifications are detailed in the individual descriptions.

Application and Selection

Applicants can select up to three research projects in a single application.

Following the application deadline, online interviews will take place in December 2026. Selected candidates will then be invited to Vienna for a PhD campus visit, providing an opportunity to meet prospective supervisors and research teams, explore the facilities, and learn more about the doctoral environment.

Application deadline: 22 November 2026, 23:55 CET

Explore the projects and apply online:
https://oc10.meduniwien.ac.at/open-phd-positions