PhD student in Health Sciences (100%)

at  Universitt Luzern

Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine
The University of Lucerne is a modern, personal and dynamic human sciences university at the heart of Switzerland and Europe. In keeping with our guiding principle ‘Moving Human Sciences’, we focus on people and their institutions with our six faculties, two academies and two university research centres. Our aim is to develop the University of Lucerne into a pioneering, internationally visible centre for research and teaching in the human sciences.
The Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine promotes research and teaching in the fields of health, medicine, functional capacity and rehabilitation. Our mission is to improve health and well-being for all by creating a diverse, inclusive environment for innovative research, education and services.
As of 1 February 2025 or by agreement, we are looking for a

REQUIREMENTS

• MSc or equivalent degree in health sciences, psychology, or similar discipline
• An interest in applied international research in the areas of psycho-oncology, childhood cancer, epidemiology, and public health
• Previous experience in designing health-related informational materials is beneficial
• Sound computing skills (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access)
• Knowledge of statistical software (ideally Stata or R) and experience with a variety of standard (and ideally advanced) statistical methods
• (Ideally) knowledge and experience with qualitative research methods
• Languages: excellent knowledge of English
• Structured, independent and accurate way of working
  A Post-doc researcher working in this project is supporting the PhD student throughout the PhD.

Please refer the Job description for details