Postdoc in the field of epidemiology
at Aarhus Universitet
Aarhus, Region Midtjylland, Denmark -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 06 Feb, 2025 | Not Specified | 06 Nov, 2024 | N/A | Cooperation,Software | No | No |
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Description:
The Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Department of Clinical Medicine, Arhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of epidemiology as per 1 February 2025. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 3 years.
The Department of Clinical Epidemiology is a research department at Aarhus University Hospital, within the Institute of Clinical Medicine at Aarhus University. Researchers in the department use advanced epidemiological methods to study different topics related to health research. The department is engaged in a variety of activities regarding epidemiological research, including mental health research. Furthermore, the department is involved in counselling health care professionals to improve the quality of health care and treatment. A large number of projects in the department are carried out in cooperation with Danish and international collaborators. More information on The Department of Clinical Epidemiology: https://kea.au.dk/
ABOUT THE POSITION
The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-quality international research while collaborating with experts in the field. While primarily research-oriented, this role may also involve teaching assignments. We are seeking candidates proficient in epidemiology.
YOUR COMPETENCES
You have academic qualifications at PhD level, with an interest in clinical epidemiology.
In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria.
We anticipate that you possess the following qualifications:
- Experience in conducting epidemiological research at an international level.
- Demonstrated experience with international collaboration, fostering effective communication and cooperation across diverse teams and cultures.
- Familiarity with Danish healthcare registries for data management.
- Strong interest in improving existing methods and software, as well as implementing new techniques.
We are seeking an individual who is ambitious, takes ownership of their work, and excels in communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in both oral and written English is expected.
Additionally, we expect that:
- You excel in managing multiple tasks and projects, whether as a team member or independently.
- Prioritizing your workload comes naturally to you.
- Your keen eye for detail ensures thoroughness in your work.
- You possess the ability to effectively collaborate with clinicians and statisticians, both domestically and internationally.
- Meeting deadlines is a strength, and you take pride in delivering high-quality results.
- You are driven by goals, prioritize quality, and have a service-oriented mindset.
- You have a genuine interest in advancing your professional qualifications.
- Collaborating and engaging with colleagues and collaborators is second nature to you.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.
- Further information on the appointment procedure can be found in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
- The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
- Remuneration is in accordance with the above, and the Salary agreement catalogue for staff at Health.
- The yearly base salary for a fulltime postdoc is between DKK 484.214,84 and DKK 538.720,20 depending on the years of working experience after achieved MSc degree. The base salary includes a position related supplement and pension (17.1 %). Additional supplement(s) for special qualifications can be negotiated. Authorisation supplemement(s) will be granted, if relevant for the position. Your local eligible trade union representative at Aarhus University negotiates your salary on your behalf.
- Researchers recruited from abroad are offered a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate.
- Further information on qualification requirements and job description can be found in the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff
Responsibilities:
Your main tasks will consist of:
- Conduct independent research of exceptional international quality, with a focus on venous thromboembolism research
- Collaborate closely with internal researchers from various universities
- Provide teaching and mentoring to students in clinical epidemiology
- Active participation in courses and conferences.
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Hospital/Health Care
Pharma / Biotech / Healthcare / Medical / R&D
Health Care
Phd
Proficient
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Aarhus, Denmark