Postdoctoral position in Pharmacometrics – pediatric tuberculosis Full-time

Postdoctoral Position In Pharmacometrics – Pediatric Tuberculosis

The Department of Pharmacy at Uppsala University has an interdisciplinary environment at the center of the pharmaceutical arena. With frontline research, first-rate education and extensive collaborations we constitute an important driving force in the development of our academic field. In this inspiring environment our rich diversity of research groups, several of international prominence, develop and conduct work of great scientific importance. Among our core competences are computational modelling and simulations, PKPD, in vitro ADME models, advanced in vivo methods, development of biological medicines, as well as patient and societal aspects, from optimizing the use of drugs in individuals to societal pharmaceutical policies. Together, we form a unique cluster of academic competences within pharmaceutical science, playing a key role in shaping the future of pharmacy in both Sweden and globally.

This postdoctoral position is based in the Global Health Pharmacometrics research group. The planned projects focus on pediatric treatment of tuberculosis using recently approved drugs and drug candidates in later stages of clinical development. The projects are conducted within international collaborations involving industry partners. The responsibilities will include model-based pharmacokinetic analysis of clinical data from pediatric studies, with the aim of generating dosing recommendations, participation in the development of study protocols including planning of dosing and sampling times, and providing pharmacometric support to study teams during the implementation phase. Results will be reported continuously in presentations for collaborators and communicated through conference presentations and scientific publications. In this role, you will also be expected to assist in the supervision of master's students' project work. There are opportunities to participate in other teaching activities within the department, although this is not a requirement.

We place great emphasis on personal suitability and interest in the areas of pharmacometrics and applications within global health. The applicant should have good collaboration and communication skills, with ability to express him/herself well, in both oral and written English. A demonstrated capability to conduct and complete a scientific project in a structured and methodological manner is required. Experience of programming in R and pharmacometrics software such as NONMEM or Monolix.

PhD degree in pharmacometrics or a related field or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in the specified field. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.

Prior experience of research in poverty-related infectious disease and/or pediatric pharmacology is advantageous. Experience of working in an international environment is highly desirable.

The application should consist of a cover letter, CV, publication list, certificates of relevant degrees, an outline of the PhD thesis, and a short research statement describing the applicant's research experiences and interests. The application should also include the names of two reference persons and recommendation letters.

The employment is a 2-year position. Scope of employment 100%. Starting date September 1st, or according to agreement. Placement: Uppsala, Sweden.

For further information about the position, please contact: Professor Elin Svensson elin.svensson@uu.se or HR coordinator Pernilla Larsson pernilla.larsson@uu.se.

Please submit your application by July 31, 2026, UFV-PA 2026 /1993.