Initiativbewerbung für eine Bachelor- oder Masterarbeit

Initiative Application for a Bachelor's or Master's Thesis

The Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft is one of the world's leading organizations for applied research. 74 institutes develop pioneering technologies for our economy and society – specifically, 30,000 people in technology, science, administration, and IT. They know:
Those who come to Fraunhofer want and can make a difference. For themselves, for us, and for the markets of today and tomorrow. At the Fraunhofer Institute for Cell Therapy and Immunology IZI we combine the competencies of our employees to drive medical progress. We focus on cell and gene therapy, active and vaccine substances, molecular and immunodiagnostics, and other innovative topics.

We are the professional home for natural scientists, engineers, laboratory technicians, and administrative staff who work together to serve health. Are you looking for a way to expand your theoretical knowledge with practical experience in the context of a thesis? Then you are in the right place with us! We regularly support committed talents who want to conduct top-level research with us.

Here you will make a difference. At our institute, employees research exciting projects and develop individual products and services for our clients, primarily from the healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. The research focuses on immuno-oncology and infection pathology. Immuno-oncology offers an innovative approach in cancer therapy and extends the classic procedures such as radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and surgery. The immune system is specifically activated to effectively combat degenerate cells.

Our researchers work on developing new immunotherapies that can expand the treatment spectrum in the future and give patients new hope. Together with our partners, we drive the implementation of these groundbreaking approaches into clinical practice. Infectious diseases pose a constant challenge to global health – for humans and animals. To counteract these threats, we research the mechanisms of disease transmission and emergence as well as innovative diagnostic and therapeutic approaches.

Our team in infection pathology works closely with international partners to develop technologies for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of infectious diseases. During your thesis, you will gain insights into the daily life of a research institution and can apply theoretical knowledge from your studies in a practical way. You will get to know our structures and processes in the scientific and technical business areas and will be entrusted with a responsible institute-related topic.

Use this springboard for your career start in the research and development environment and take an important step in your professional development. You are welcome to specify a subject area or topic in your initiative application that particularly interests you. An overview of our business areas and departments can be found here.

You contribute by

• Being enrolled as a student, preferably in the natural sciences or (bio-)engineering field or in a related study program.
• Ideally, you have already gained initial experience through internships, summer jobs, or work-study positions in the field you are interested in; however, this is not mandatory. In any case, please include a short cover letter in your application, in which you address your motivation for a thesis at the Fraunhofer IZI. Optionally, you can also indicate if you are particularly interested in a specific research area.
• Being able to communicate confidently in German and English and enjoying working in an interdisciplinary team.
• Your working style is characterized by reliability and you approach new challenges independently and flexibly.

What we offer you

• Through close ties to industry, creative research freedom meets real value creation – and with social added value. You shape the medicine of tomorrow with your contribution and receive exciting insights into the leading organization for applied research in Europe.
• You will be integrated into a committed team and have the opportunity to actively shape your work area and contribute your ideas. Our flat management structure supports the…