Research assistant with a focus on project coordination and data analysis

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The main goal of the research at the Unit of Integrative Epidemiology is to improve the understanding of the causes and consequences of ill health and disease, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases, psychiatric disorders, and cancer. We strive for multidisciplinary approaches in epidemiologic research and integrate different scientific tools when addressing specific research questions. The Unit seeks an enthusiastic research assistant.

Your mission

The successful candidate will support and participate in several research projects. The main tasks are project coordination for COVIDMENT (https://covidment.is) and data management and analysis. You are expected to cooperate with researchers within the Unit and from other Noridic countries in these assignments. Other tasks include administrative and organisational assignments.

The ability to work in a highly interdisciplinary and international environment, and to engage in continuous professional development is a must.

Your profile

The successful applicant is expected to have:

Advanced data management and analysis skills using R, SAS or Stata Experience and interest in project coordination, and data management and analysis Experience of conducting scientific research, data analysis and manuscript writing Interest in working in an international research environment , preferably with experience of international collaborations Excellence in written and verbal communication in English. Knowledge of another Nordic languages (e.g., Icelandic or Danish) is an advantage Attention to detail, problem solving ability and social skills are highly valuable Knowledgeable and serious about data protection and GDPR rules

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. 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 a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest January 15, 2023.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead, you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

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