SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

In order to prepare your application please make sure to compile the required information in one single PDF document. The online-only application (to be written in English) should include:  

• Application form (including motivation letter, curriculum vitae, publication list, project proposal*, nomination of potential mentors [can be handed in later]). Candidates are strongly encouraged to contact the desired PI to discuss potential projects before applying. > Download the application form
  
• Copy of degree certificates (Medical degree certificate, Approbation certificate, Doctorate certificate, for candidates with submitted, but not completed, doctoral thesis: proof of submission, as well as a signed letter from the Principal Supervisor stating the prospects of success).
  
• Letters of support from the head of the host institute/hospital department confirming access to resources for the proposed project and protected research time of at least 50% (optimally 75%), and assumption of 20% of the personnel costs.

The Leipzig University and MD-LEICS promote equal opportunity in line with DFG standards for gender equality, diversity, inclusion, and affirmative action plans for women. Where applicants are equally qualified, preference is given to candidates with disabilities or equivalent.

Please send your complete application (in English) as one PDF file to: Katja.Piotrowski@medizin.uni-leipzig.de

Selection Process

The MD-LEICS Clinician Scientist program offers four fellowships per year for national and international Clinician Scientists through a competitive recruitment process.

All applications are reviewed by a selection committee. To ensure that fairness doctrine and the ideal of impartiality are applied to each application, two ad hoc reviewers evaluate the application in addition. When equally qualified, candidates with disabilities or equivalent abilities are given preference.

STEP 1

All submitted documents are checked for completeness and compliance with formal requirements.

STEP 2

Evaluation of scientific project proposals. Applicants are strongly encouraged to contact the potential supervisor for their desired project prior to applying to discuss potential projects on modern diseases.

STEP 3

The best candidates from step 2 evaluation will be invited for hearing. Evaluation considers scientific quality and novelty, realizability, propensity for future extramural funding, strategic fit, applicants qualification and publication record. Criteria are transparently applied in a highly standardized manner.

STEP 4

Applicants will be informed about the outcome of the selection process shortly after the hearing.  

TIMELINE
CURRENT CALL

• May 15 – August 31, 2025: application period: applications are accepted until August 31st
  
• September, 2025: selection process and invitation of successful candidates
  
• October, 2025: interviews and final decision --> date for interview will be announced in time by mail and via website (news page)
• November 1, 2025: start of funding/program