Postdoctoral Researcher in Biostatistics - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

A postdoctoral position is available in the biostatistics group at MEB, Karolinska Institutet. As a member of our group, you will have unique opportunities to develop your own research, while working within one of the largest biostatistics units in Europe.

Your mission

The successful applicant will develop and apply statistical methods in the area of causal inference. The intended line of research is to develop methods for mediation analysis with Mendelian randomization, and to use the developed methods within an applied project of obesity and cardiovascular disease. However, there is some flexibility in the exact choice of research focus. There is a desire that the applicant takes part in teaching at the department, but this is not mandatory. The position is for 2 years with possibility of extension. For more information please contact Arvid Sjölander, see email address below.

Your profile

The main focus of this position is statistical methods development. However, the intention is that the applicant will use the developed methods to analyze real data as well. Hence, it is important that the applicant have, not only a strong aptitude for theory and methods development, but also a focus on practical relevance and usefulness.    

Necessary qualifications:

• A doctoral degree related to statistics, preferably (but not necessarily) in biostatistics.
• Excellent statistical programming skills, documented by, for instance, academic publications or work experience.
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
• Ability to work independently.

Meritorious qualifications:

• Background in causal inference in general and Mendelian randomization/instrumental variables in particular.
• Ability to collaborate well with colleagues within and beyond the group.
• Organized and efficient.
• Documented pedagogical skills and interest in taking part of teaching.

Qualified to be employed as a postdoctor is one who has obtained a doctorate or has equivalent scientific competence. Applicants who have not completed a doctorate at the end of the application period may also apply, provided that all requirements for a completed degree are met before the (intended) date of employment. This must be substantiated by the applicant's main supervisor, director or equivalent.

What do we offer?

Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is a state university, which entitles employees to several benefits such as extended holiday and a generous occupational pension. Employees also have free access to our modern gym and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Location: Solna

Application

An employment application must contain the following documents in English or Swedish:

• A complete resumé, including date of the thesis defence, title of the thesis, previous academic positions, academic title, current position, academic distinctions, and committee work
• A complete list of publications
• A summary of current work (no more than one page)

Welcome with your application!

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.

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