# Mildred-Scheel-Postdoktorandenprogramm

**Funder:** Deutsche Krebshilfe
**Duration:** 2 years
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** DE
**Official call:** https://www.krebshilfe.de/forschen/foerderung/foerderprogramme/nachwuchsfoerderung/mildred-scheel-postdoktoranden/
**Last verified:** 26 July 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Two-year support for postdoctoral physicians and life scientists conducting projects in clinically-oriented oncological basic research or clinical cancer research at renowned institutions abroad or within Germany. (Postdoctoral Programme)

## Summary

The Mildred-Scheel-Postdoktorandenprogramm provides two-year support for postdoctoral physicians and life scientists conducting cancer research in Germany or abroad. The programme funds clinically-oriented oncology basic research and clinical cancer research projects at renowned institutions. Deutsche Krebshilfe offers this opportunity to early-career researchers ready to establish independent research directions in oncology.

## Who should apply

- Postdoctoral physicians and life scientists in oncology
- Researchers conducting clinically-oriented oncology basic research or clinical cancer research
- Applicants based at renowned research institutions in Germany or internationally
- Early-career investigators establishing independent research direction

## Key dates

- Two-year project duration

## Tips for applicants

- Emphasise the clinical orientation of your basic research or the translational relevance of your clinical work; Deutsche Krebshilfe prioritises projects bridging bench and bedside.
- Host institution reputation matters, partner with a recognised cancer centre or research hospital to strengthen competitiveness.

## Frequently asked questions

### How long is the Mildred-Scheel-Postdoktorandenprogramm?

The programme provides support for two-year research projects.

### Who is eligible for the Mildred-Scheel-Postdoktorandenprogramm?

Postdoctoral physicians and life scientists conducting clinically-oriented oncology basic research or clinical cancer research at renowned institutions in Germany or abroad.

### Where can I conduct research under the Mildred-Scheel-Postdoktorandenprogramm?

You may conduct your project at a renowned research institution in Germany or internationally.

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