Postdoctoral researcher in Biostatistics/Epidemiology

We are looking for a candidate with a doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, medical statistics, public health science, or another closely related field. You have documented experience of statistical analysis of observational studies and/or randomized clinical trials, as well as excellent skills in statistical programming, for example in R or Stata. You communicate very well in spoken and written English. We also believe that you have experience of analyzing longitudinal data, registry data, or cluster-randomized studies. Experience of causal inference, survival analysis, mixed models, generalized regression models, multiple imputation, or other advanced statistical methodology is considered a merit. Experience of work in diabetes, cardiovascular research, primary care, or implementation research, as well as scientific publication in international journals, is also considered a merit. You are analytical, structured, and independent, with a strong ability to plan and drive your work forward. You have a genuine interest in method development and statistical questions, as well as good collaboration skills in interdisciplinary research environments. You communicate well with researchers from different disciplines and have the ability to translate complex analyses into clear scientific results. ## The workplace You will work at the Division of [Clinical Medicine, Department of Health](https://liu.se/organisation/liu/hmv/prnv), Medicine and Caring Sciences, Linköping University. The research group conducts internationally competitive research in diabetes, cardiometabolic prevention, person-centred care, clinical trials, registry research, and implementation science, in close collaboration with primary care, municipal health and social care, and international research partners. The group offers a stimulating research environment with good opportunities for method development, international collaboration, and academic qualification. ## The employment The employment is a fixed-term position for three years. The postdoctoral position is full-time and the position is fully funded. Starting date by agreement. The position may be placed in a security class. If so, a security screening including a registry check will be carried out before a decision on employment is made. A security check may be carried out before a decision on employment is made. ## Salary and employment benefits At Linköping University, salaries are set individually and differentiated, in accordance with the applicable collective agreements (RALS/RALS-T) and the university’s salary-setting guidelines. More information about employee benefits is available [here](https://liu.se/en/work-at-liu/employee-benefits). ## Union representatives Information about union representatives, see [Help for applicants](https://liu.se/en/work-at-liu/hjalp%20for%20sokande). ## Application procedure Apply for the position by clicking the “Apply” button. Your application must be received no later than 9th of september 2026. Applications and documents received after the date above will not be considered. Please attach your selected research publications electronically, in pdf or word format, in the application template. Research publications, e.g. monographs, which cannot be sent electronically should be sent in three sets by mail to the University Registrar at Linköping University, University Registrar, S-581 83 Linköping, Sweden. The publications must be received by Linköping University no later than the deadline for application. Please note that printed publications will not be returned. They will be archived at Linköping University. In the event of a discrepancy between the English translation of the job announcement and the Swedish original, the Swedish version shall take precedent. We welcome applicants with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives - diversity enriches our work and helps us grow. Preserving everybody's equal value, rights and opportunities is a natural part of who we are. Read more about our work with: [Equal opportunities](https://liu.se/en/article/lika-villkor/). We look forward to receiving your application! Linköping university has framework agreements and wishes to decline direct contacts from staffing- and recruitment companies as well as vendors of job advertisements. ## Kontaktpersoner Fredrik Almquist HR-partner 013-28 69 04 [fredrik.almquist@liu.se](mailto:fredrik.almquist@liu.se) Karin Rådholm Biträdande professor 013-28 17 56 [karin.radholm@liu.se](mailto:karin.radholm@liu.se) Länk till den här sidan https://web103.reachmee.com/ext/I011/853/main?site=6&validator=c5f766a55eafbb016232008485a24b49&lang=SE&rmpage=job&rmjob=29723&rmlang=SE