Research assistant with a focus on neurodegenerative and psychological disorders Full-time

Research Assistant With A Focus On Neurodegenerative And Psychological Disorders

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

At the Unit of Integrative Epidemiology our overarching research goal is to improve the understanding of the causes and consequences of ill health and disease, with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases, psychiatric disorders, and Covid 19. 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 include documenting data management steps, statistical analysis, data cleaning of existing databases to ensure excellent data quality, and manuscript writing. Other tasks include administrative and organizational assignments. We are looking for someone who feels comfortable in a supporting role, preferably with a Master degree in Epidemiology or Public Health. 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:

• Experience in epidemiology and/or public health
• Advanced data management and statistical analysis skills using R
• Interest in working in an international research group
• Excellence in written and verbal communication in English
• Attention to detail, problem solving ability and social skills are highly valuable
• Knowledgeable and serious about data protection and GDPR rules
• Background in psychiatric or neurodegenerative disorders and population-based epidemiological research is desirable
• Applicant is expected to have Master degree in a relevant area

The following qualifications are preferred but not required:

• Basic level of Swedish
• Experiences with data collection platforms such as REDCap
• Background in environmental exposure studies
• Experiences in Biomedical Science, including laboratory experience
• Experience of analyzing Swedish register data
• Experience of analyzing omics data
• Experience in UppMax Bianca

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

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