The Faculty of Medicine is an integral part of the Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg and cooperates with the Magdeburg University Hospital A.ö.R. in research, teaching and patient care. The latest findings in medical research and state-of-the-art equipment are used in diagnostic procedures and patient care. The main research foci of the faculty are "Immunology” including “Molecular Medicine of Inflammation" and "Neurosciences".
**Telemedicine for ophthalmological research and applications of the future.**
The Section for Clinical and Experimental Sensory Physiology at the Department of Ophthalmology (University of Magdeburg) is seeking a PhD-candidate. The appointment will commence in January 2025.
### About the Project:
- The project focuses on medical digitalization to revolutionize ophthalmological research and care through telemedicine and artificial intelligence (AI). Key objectives include:
- Developing methods and creating a database for AI-driven telemedicine in ophthalmology, addressing diseases like glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.
- Investigating disease progression and underreporting in underserved areas through broadband ophthalmologic screening.
- Understanding unrecognized and delayed disease progression to inform prevention and therapy strategies.
- Establishing a digital platform for medical care, including eye diagnostics and retinal blood vessel analysis for cardiovascular health.
### What We Offer:
Join a dynamic interdisciplinary research team under the supervision of [Professor Michael B. Hoffmann](http://www.med.uni-magdeburg.de/augenklinik/vpl/vpl_hoffmann.html) at the [University of Magdeburg](https://www.uni-magdeburg.de/en/), known for its large, vibrant [neuroscience community](https://www.neuroscience-magdeburg.de/research/professor-jazz). You will benefit from:
- Training in cutting-edge AI, telemedicine, and vision science.
- Collaboration within national and international scientific networks.
- Skills development in visual function testing and data analysis.
- Employment under the Collective Agreement for Public Service in the Federal States (TVL E13, 65%, 3 years).
### Candidate Profile:
We are seeking motivated individuals with:
- An MSc in data science, biomedical engineering, (computational) neuroscience, or a related field.
- Experience in medical imaging analysis using AI techniques.
- Strong programming skills (Python, R, and/or MATLAB) and familiarity with quantitative neuroscience.
### Compensation:
The salary group E13 according to “ Tarifvertrag für den öffentlichen Dienst der Länder.” awaits you.
For further questions, please contact Mr. Prof. Michael Hoffmann [michael.hoffmann@med.ovgu.de](javascript:sendEmail('michael.hoffmann', 'med', 'ovgu.de', ''))
### Your application:
We look forward to receiving your application by 07.02.2025 (application deadline). Apply now via our application portal in one coherent PDF file.
### [online application](https://onlinebewerbungsserver.de/ApplyForm/AppStart.aspx?c=_22_D0_A6r1_C5_83_8F_22_99_EE_2Dj_84m_F7Fb_BB_A5Rc_AC_1C_E1_C6_0DB_BC_B7Y_EB_EDaj_86_DA_1A_BE_A8_A4_CC_E4_0E_3B_09w_2D)
### by E-Mail:
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### by Post:
**Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg**
**Faculty of Medicine**
Personnel Division - Recruiting
Reference number: 077-2025
Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg
*The Otto-von-Guericke-University Magdeburg is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. It therefore encourages women with according qualifications to apply. Applications from persons with a certified serious disability will be given preferential consideration in the event of equal suitability and qualification.*