In the BREATH research network, it is possible, after completion of a doctoral degree, to gain a short-term position as a scientist, financed mainly from external sources. Positions depend on the personnel requirements in the projects and the project leader is responsible for employment. The area of application as a Post-Doc lies in the field of natural sciences and particularly in translational research of lung diseases.

Post-Docs in Hannover gain a sound consolidation of their scientific abilities and skills, and particularly support in expanding their list of publications.

The Franco-German Lung School offers the possibility of an exchange with first-class institutions in France.