Third-party funded
Our interdisciplinary research team at the University Hospital Magdeburg is working with local companies to develop intelligent insoles for patients with diabetes that measure plantar pressure and temperature changes in real time, providing early warning of health complications. This innovative technology contributes significantly to improving the quality of life of our patients and supports the prevention of serious complications. We offer you the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic, research-driven environment. We are multilingual (German and English). For more information, please refer to our publications:
- Ming A, Alhajjar A, …, Mertens PR. Telemedical Monitoring of Plantar Temperature in Diabetic Patients at Risk of Foot Ulcers. Deutsches Ärzteblatt International, 2024 Jan 12;121(1):9–16. doi: 10.3238/arztebl.m2023.0229.
- Ming A, Lorek E, …, Mertens PR. Unveiling the link between cognitive impairment and peripheral neuropathy in diabetes: an observational and proof-of-concept study with video games and sensor-equipped insoles. Frontiers in Endocrinology. 2024;15:1310152
- Development, maintenance, and optimization of mobile applications in Unity (C#) for the Android platform
- Implementation and optimization of gameplay mechanics and interactive features for research-oriented digital health applications
- Documentation of software architecture, workflows, and research findings
- Writing scientific publications based on research results
- Technical support and optimization of study hardware and materials (e.g., sensors, electronic components, tablets)
- Master's/PhD in computer science, data science, medical system engineering or a related field
- Strong programming skills in C# and hands-on experience with Unity game/app development
- Experience in Android deployment, debugging, and mobile application testing
- Familiarity with sensor integration and digital health technologies is a plus
- Independent and structured way of working as well as an interest in innovative technologies in the healthcare sector
- Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, including in an interdisciplinary team
- 30 days of annual leave, plus flexible working time compensation days and public holidays
- Work in a highly innovative, scientific, and dynamic team
- Independent work with involvement in pioneering research projects
- Social benefits in accordance with the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L)
- There is the opportunity to write a doctoral thesis within the scope of the work
You can expect a competitive salary depending on assigned responsibilities and fulfillment of personal requirements, up to pay grade E13 in accordance with the collective agreement for the public service of the federal states (TV-L).
The position is available immediately, part-time (20 hours/week), and limited until 31 December 2027.
For academic inquiries, please contact Prof. Dr. med. Peter Mertens at 0391 - 67 13263 or via email.
Interested? We look forward to receiving your application by 17 June 2026! Please apply online preferably and include the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
- Two reference letters.
[email protected] - (Reference number: 386-2026)
Otto von Guericke University Magdeburg
Faculty of Medicine
Personnel Division - Recruiting
Reference number: 386-2026
Leipziger Str. 44, 39120 Magdeburg
If you have an international vocational or academic qualification, your application must be accompanied by a certificate evaluation from the Central Office for Foreign Education (KMK). If you do not yet have a certificate evaluation, you will need to apply for one if your application is successful.
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
