Epidemiologist

Epidemiologist position available in lifecourse epidemiology, Center for Clinical Research and Prevention, Frederiksberg Hospital, Denmark We would like to invite applications for an epidemiologist position in the Lifecourse Epidemiology group. The candidate will use an epidemiological approach and advanced statistical techniques to investigate how body size at child and adult ages and other relevant exposures relate to the risk of disease within and across generations. The candidate will be responsible for conducting their own studies, for providing statistical and methodological assistance to others in the Lifecourse Epidemiology group, for contributing to work in international consortia, and for contributing to aspects of data management. The work will be conducted using data from existing Danish studies, cohorts, and registers. The work is funded by external research grants from foundations and the European Commission. We offer The position is available at the Center for Clinical Research and Prevention (CCRP) at Frederiksberg Hospital, which is an internationally renowned research Center and part of the Copenhagen University Hospital. The aim of the CCRP is to conduct high-level research and provide education that contributes to improving knowledge about the prevention of disease and the promotion of health. The candidate will join an integrated group of PhDs, postdocs, senior researchers and professors based at the Center. The candidate will interact with these researchers from various scientific disciplines (including biostatistics, epidemiology, health promotion and medicine) and actively contribute to the research environment at the Center. We expect Applicants for this research position preferably have a PhD degree in e.g., biological sciences, economics, epidemiology, or statistics, or a proven track record within one or more of these fields. A successful applicant will have experience in epidemiological and advanced statistical techniques, the publishing process, and participation in national and/or international research collaborations. The candidate should have a successful publication record, preferably within the area of epidemiology. Good communication, writing, and organizational skills are required. The candidate will be expected to interact with the research group, collaborate with internal and external researchers and to seek grant support to expand the research program. Terms of employment The position is full time and limited to 3 years with the possibility of extension depending on resources. Salary and employment conditions are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Region’s Board for Wages and Tariffs and the relevant trade organization. Application Procedure The position is currently vacant at the Center for Clinical Research and Prevention, Frederiksberg Hospital, Nordre Fasanvej 57, Hovedvejen, Entrance 5, 2000 Frederiksberg, Denmark. Applications must include:

• a cover letter explaining the applicant’s interest in the position and describing the applicant’s relevant qualifications for the position (1 page)
• a full CV, including grades and documentation for academic degree(s)
• names and contact details for up to three people who have agreed to provide a reference and to be contacted prior to an interview.

Initial shortlisting will take place during the last weeks of May. Informal enquiries are encouraged, and can be addressed to Research group leader, Jennifer L. Baker: The closing date for the applications is Monday, May 27, 2024, at 17:00.