Postdoctoral Research Associate (m/f/d)

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Technische Universität München

About us

The Institute of History and Ethics in Medicine (IHEM) is part of the School of Medicine and Health at the Technical University of Munich. At the Institute, we advance ethical practice and theory in medicine, biomedical technology, and public health, driven by the belief that embedding ethics is essential for shaping the future of healthcare, science, technology, society, and the environment.

Our mission encompasses both theoretical and empirical methods to foster ethical, transparent, and interdisciplinary research, education, and policy. The Institute works on an interdisciplinary basis and is highly networked both nationally and internationally.

About the position

For the research project "Advancing health data justice: A comparative study of health-related data governance in Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom" (ADJUST), we are looking for a 100% postdoctoral research associate (TVöL-13) beginning as soon as possible in 2025, for a term of three years.

The project will develop and apply the idea of "health data justice", focusing on controlling who gets to access and use health-related data, specifically addressing the needs of marginalized communities.

The project will explore policies, conduct interviews, and engage communities in three countries: Canada, the United Kingdom, and Germany. This position will conduct the empirical research for the German team, including health policy analysis, interviews with marginalized communities, and refining the health data justice framework within the German context.

Requirements:

• Candidates should have a university degree/doctorate in anthropology, sociology, philosophy, bioethics, STS, or a related social science discipline and experience in conducting and publishing research at an international level.
• Experience with qualitative empirical methods is necessary, including designing, carrying out, and analyzing qualitative research (specifically, interviews and focus groups). Experience working in the area of digital health and justice is an advantage.
• Experience conducting policy reviews, particularly in health policy, is an advantage.
• All applicants must have strong analytical skills and a proven interest in interdisciplinary teamwork.
• Fluency in German and English is essential. The research study will be conducted in German; applicants will be expected to write and publish in English, and collaborate regularly with project partners in Canada and the UK in English.

We offer:

• An excellent international, collaborative research environment at one of Europe's leading academic institutions with state-of-the-art equipment.
• Employment and remuneration according to the provisions of the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states up to TV-L E13, plus attractive public service benefits such as capital-forming benefits and a company pension scheme.

The Institute for the History and Ethics of Medicine at the Technical University of Munich strives for a safe, inclusive, and collaborative working environment. We foster a culture in which everyone feels valued and heard, where the personal development and well-being of individuals are central.

Further notes and information

• TUM is striving to increase the ratio of women and therefore expressly welcomes applications from female candidates.
• Applicants with disabilities will be given preferential consideration if equally qualified. The workplace is not completely barrier-free, not wheelchair accessible (listed old building).
• The weekly working time is 40 hours. The position is limited to 36 months.

Application Process:

To apply, please send a cover letter expressing your motivation and preparation for the position, also describing your experience with qualitative methods, a CV, and up to three relevant publications. We look forward to receiving your informative documents. Please send them as a single PDF file (5 MB max) by Jan 17, 2025, by e-mail with the subject "ADJUST WiMi Application" to a.fiske [at] mh.tum.de, or by post to:

Technische Universität München
School of Medicine and Health
Institut für Geschichte und Ethik der Medizin
Dr. Amelia Fiske
Ismaninger Str. 22
81675 Munich
Phone: +49 89 4140 4041
office.ethics [at] mh.tum.de

Contact: Dr. Amelia Fiske, a.fiske [at] tum.de

More Information: https://get.med.tum.de/

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