Researcher in nutritional epidemiology, gut microbiome and cardiovascular disease Full-time NEW

Researcher in Nutritional Epidemiology, Gut Microbiome and Cardiovascular Disease

Would you like to conduct epidemiological research on diet, the gut microbiome and cardiovascular disease, supported by skilled colleagues in an international research environment? Welcome to apply for a position as researcher at Uppsala University.

The duties include epidemiological and statistical analyses of longitudinal data, analysis of dietary and microbiome data, and analyses of several types of molecular, clinical and lifestyle-related data. The work also includes interpreting results, writing scientific articles and presenting findings within national and international collaborations.

The researcher will join the Molecular Epidemiology research group at the Department of Medical Sciences and work in close collaboration with researchers in epidemiology, cardiovascular epidemiology and microbiome research.

Qualification requirements include a doctoral degree in epidemiology, nutrition science, medical science or another field relevant to the position. The degree must have been awarded by the time the employment decision is made. Documented experience of epidemiological research in the gut microbiota, nutrition and/or cardiovascular health, as well as experience of analyses in large human population-based cohorts is required. Experience of statistical analysis of observational data and of independently planning, conducting and interpreting epidemiological analyses. Experience of statistical programming in R is required. Experience of analysing dietary, lifestyle and health registry data in epidemiological studies. Ability to work independently, take responsibility for your own research tasks and at the same time work effectively in interdisciplinary collaborations. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. A very good command of spoken and written English is required. Experience of supervision is also required.

Additional qualifications considered desirable include experience of longitudinal analyses and analysis of incident cardiovascular outcomes. Experience of biomarkers, metabolomics, genetics or other molecular data. Experience of international research collaborations. Knowledge of Swedish.

Documents to be included with the application include CV and list of publications.

About the position: The position is a fixed-term appointment for 12 months. The position is full-time. Starting date as soon as possible or as agreed. Place of work: Uppsala.