St. Josef-Hospital

St. Josef-Hospital is a major academic hospital in Bochum and a clinical site of Ruhr University Bochum within the Katholisches Klinikum Bochum network. Its care environment is closely integrated with university medicine, enabling researchers and corporate partners to engage with practicing clinicians, specialized hospital infrastructure, and real-world patient pathways. The on-site Institute for Research and Teaching provides medical simulation and skills-lab facilities, while clinical departments support investigator-led and sponsored studies through university oversight and dedicated coordination. Research is supported through competitive federal and foundation funding, with dedicated third-party-funding administration. A central office for research, teaching, and external funding helps coordinate collaborations and support translational work.