Statistician / Data Analyst in Neuroepidemiology

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The neuroepidemiology research group is focussed on increasing the understanding of neurological diseases, especially multiple sclerosis (MS), its course and consequences, and identifying factors that influence MS outcomes. The group includes epidemiologists, geneticists, neurologists, immunologists and mathematicians. We aim to foster cross-disciplinary collaborations between researchers, patients and clinicians through several national and international projects. We offer an engaging and international research environment where you will have the opportunity to contribute to high quality research at international top level. The group currently consists of about ten people.

Your mission

We are looking for a Data Analyst to support and participate in epidemiological research. This includes handling and organising large datasets such as data from the Swedish MS registry and other national and international databases as well as preparing and performing analysis of large datasets. This person will be working on projects related to various MS outcomes such as disease progression, treatment effects and the impact of socioeconomic factors on MS. These research projects will be conducted within the neuroepidemiology group as well as part of larger national and international collaborations. For the suitable candidate there will be possibilities to carry out research projects in collaboration with other members of the research group.

Your profile

BSc in statistics / biostatistics or epidemiology is required. MSc would be beneficial. You will be expected to have at least 2 years of experience from working with large databases and patient registries as well as significant knowledge of different statistical analysis methods including R, STATA and/or SAS. Proficiency with SQL software will be beneficial. Previous experience from working with data from MS patient registries will be highly desirable. Excellent knowledge of English will be required. This position involves many collaborations with colleagues, other research groups and larger consortia and hence the ability to work with others is essential. The successful candidate is also expected to be able to work independently, show initiative and be flexible to what tasks need to be given priority at any given time. We stress scientific expertise when assessing applicants.

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

Welcome to apply at the latest March 3, 2021.

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

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all!