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Medicine and health


Healthcare at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU) stands for expertise, care and outstanding interdisciplinary performance. Here, specialists in medicine, therapy, care, and research work hand in hand with cutting-edge technology and benefit from excellent research. Together, they ensure that patients are welcomed, cared for, supported and advised in the best possible manner. Whether at the Occupational Medical Service, at the Faculty of Medicine, or at the Institute of Psychology – discover the extremely varied range of career prospects in medicine and health at FAU.


Medicine and health – your career at FAU

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Occupational Medical Service

From top research at university level to the individual care of our staff at the Occupational Medical Service: Physicians at FAU make a vital contribution to medical care, prevention and teaching. Join us and help us shape the future of university medicine at FAU.

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Psychology and therapy

Our staff in the field of psychology and therapy accompany scientific projects, promote training in psychology, and support students and employees with their expertise. Whether in providing psychological counseling, as an assistant or head of a research project: Your skills are in demand!

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Medical technical service

Our medical technical staff combine cutting-edge laboratory technology with professional precision making them indispensable for research, diagnostics and quality assurance. Whether in microbiology, biochemistry or forensic analysis – they make a crucial contribution to research and teaching.

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Medical assistant

The medical assistants at the Occupational Medical Service ensure the best possible care is provided to FAU staff in occupational medicine, environmental medicine and social medicine. With their expertise and empathy, they strengthen the backbone of FAU.

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Autopsy and preparation

Our specialists in anatomy and forensic medicine support research, teaching and investigations with utmost precision. They provide assistance with autopsies, prepare samples and secure forensic evidence. They thus pave the way for scientific findings and contribute to resolving cases and gaining new knowledge.

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Medical services

Our staff in medical services ensure the smooth running of medical processes with their organizational skills. Whether as team assistants, project coordinators or when performing tasks related to administration: They make a valuable contribution to FAU’s performance.


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FAU as an employer

In Erlangen, Nuremberg and Fürth, FAU employs more than 6,700 members of staff in research, teaching and administration. Together, they pool a multitude of expertise, skills and experience. It’s very important to us not only that you’re a good fit for us, but also that we’re a good fit for you. Find out more about what we stand for and what makes us stand out.


Positions currently available in medicine and health

All job vacancies at FAU
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Send us your speculative application – we look forward to hearing from you!

Understanding and changing medicine. In the field of medicine and health, you can make an active contribution to developing university health care and research. Send us your speculative application and become part of a committed team.