Karolinska Institutet, Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society, Aging Research Center, ARC

The Department of Neurobiology, Care Sciences and Society (NVS) conducts world leading research in aging, dementia, epidemiology and care sciences. This research extends from basic molecular and cell levels to clinical research and societal studies. NVS educates almost a third of KI students at basic and advanced levels. The Department has approximately 540 employees and a revenue 2023 of 530 million SEK. It comprises seven divisions, located at Campus Flemingsberg and Campus Solna.

Aging Research Center (ARC), a division within NVS, is located at KI Campus Solna, Stockholm. It is a multidisciplinary academic environment, representing medicine (e.g., neurology, epidemiology, psychiatry, geriatrics), psychology (e.g., cognition, structural, functional, and molecular brain imaging), and social gerontology (e.g., sociology, public health, social epidemiology, social work). The center has around 70 employees, it has a strong focus on research with unique research resources, such as large-scale longitudinal studies and nationwide registries.

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

Your mission

We are looking for a research assistant to contribute to a project on cardiovascular health and dementia development in older adults. The project will be based on a population-based study including more than 3,000 adults with longitudinal biological and clinical data. Its overall aim will be to explore the interplay between cardiovascular health, biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease, and dementia onset.

We are looking for a highly motivated research assistant with a strong clinical background and solid analytical skills, who will work under the main supervision of Assistant Professor Giulia Grande.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute to the design, statistical analysis, and interpretation of epidemiological data, with particular focus on longitudinal modeling and integration of clinical and biomarker information.

This is a full-time, temporary position with a duration of 6 months.

Your profile

The successful candidate is expected to:

  • Hold a medical degree, preferably with a specialization in geriatric medicine or neurology
  • Have demonstrated experience in conducting statistical analyses using software such as R, Stata, or SPSS
  • Have prior experience working with longitudinal data
  • Have a solid understanding of epidemiological methods, preferably in the context of aging research
  • Have strong clinical knowledge and experience related to geriatric syndromes, including multimorbidity and dementia
  • Possess excellent written and spoken English skills

Previous contributions to scientific publications are considered a merit.

Familiarity with blood-based biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease is an advantage.

Strong interpersonal and team collaboration skills, and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary environments, are essential.

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 Campus

Read about NVS here

Read about ARC here

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest August 15th.

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

Type of employment Special fixed-term employment
Contract type Full time
First day of employment According to agreement
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 100%
City Solna
County Stockholms län
Country Sweden
Reference number STÖD 2-2882/2025
Contact
  • NVS HR, HR@nvs.ki.se
  • Giulia Grande, Assistant professor, giulia.grande@ki.se
Union representative
  • Taher Darreh-Shori, SACO, taher.darreh-shori@ki.se
  • Henry Wölling, SEKO, henry.wolling@ki.se
  • Carina Eklund, ST-OFR, 08-58582665
Published 28.Jul.2025
Last application date 15.Aug.2025
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