Lunds universitet, Medicinska fakulteten, Institutionen för kliniska vetenskaper Malmö

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Administrative project assistant

 

 

Work assignment The successful applicant will have a background in epidemiology, medicine, public health, and regulatory affairs (in relation to type 2 diabetes). Ability to undertake statistical analyses using SAS, STATA or R (or other programming-based statistics software) and strong writing skills in English are essential. The successful applicant will work directly under the supervision of Prof. Paul Franks. The work undertaken will contribute to peer-reviewed publications. The work will focus on the analysis and interpretation of existing data accessible to the GAME Unit, such as the GLACIER Study, VIKING Study, DIRECT Study, RHAPSODY Study, and UK Biobank; analyses will focus on lifestyle, pharmacotherapies and biomarkers in complex disease. Qualifications

Essential characteristics:

  • A graduate training in epidemiology, biostatistics or bioinformatics
  • Proven familiarity with precision medicine
  • Experience handling and analyzing complex datasets
  • Experience working with regulatory issues germane to drug approvals in diabetes
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills (in English)
  • Some background in diabetes, obesity or cardiovascular disease
  • Experience with statistical methods for multivariable models

We will pay particular attention to factors such as personal suitability, good cooperative skills, drive and ability to work independently.

 

How to apply

Submit your CV together with a personal letter in which you motivate your interest for this position, as well as how it matches your qualifications and past work

experiences.

 

Type of employment Special fixed-term employment
Contract type Part-time
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 50
City Malmö
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2017/3727
Contact
  • Paul Franks, +4640391149
Published 22.Nov.2017
Last application date 06.Dec.2017 11:59 PM CET

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