# Mildred-Scheel-Professur

**Funder:** Deutsche Krebshilfe
**Consortium:** No
**Eligible countries:** DE
**Official call:** https://www.krebshilfe.de/forschen/foerderung/foerderprogramme/nachwuchsfoerderung/mildred-scheel-professur/
**Last verified:** 20 June 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Funds an endowed professorship (Stiftungsprofessur) for highly qualified physician scientists and natural scientists in cancer research at German institutions. Applicants must be based at a German research institution.

## Summary

The Mildred-Scheel-Professur is an endowed professorship from Deutsche Krebshilfe for highly qualified physician scientists and natural scientists in cancer research at German institutions. The award establishes a permanent or long-term academic position for researchers ready to lead independent research groups in oncology. This is a prestigious career-building opportunity for established researchers in Germany.

## Who should apply

- Highly qualified physician scientists or natural scientists in cancer research
- Researchers based at German academic or hospital institutions
- Applicants ready to establish or lead independent research groups
- Researchers with a strong publication and funding track record

## Key dates

- Contact Deutsche Krebshilfe for the next application round and specific deadline

## Tips for applicants

- This is a permanent or long-term position, not a time-limited grant, align your proposal with your institution's strategic hiring needs.
- Secure institutional commitment and matching funds early; universities typically co-invest in endowed professorships.
- Emphasise translational relevance and clinical impact; Deutsche Krebshilfe prioritises patient-focused outcomes in oncology.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the Mildred-Scheel-Professur?

It is an endowed professorship from Deutsche Krebshilfe for highly qualified physician scientists and natural scientists in cancer research at German institutions.

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

Highly qualified physician scientists and natural scientists in cancer research based at German research institutions are eligible.

### Where can I apply for the Mildred-Scheel-Professur?

Applications are submitted through German academic institutions; contact Deutsche Krebshilfe directly to confirm the current application timeline and process.

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