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Postdoc in the field of biostatistics

Aarhus University
Aarhus, Region Midtjylland
Full time
for 3 dage siden
The Department of Clinical Medicine at Faculty of Health at Aarhus University invites applications for a position as Postdoc in the field of biostatistics as per 1 November 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position is a fixed-term full-time position for 3 years.

As a biostatistician at the Department of Clinical Medicine, you will be part of what is probably the largest health science research department in Denmark. Our clinical research covers all the medical specialities and takes place in close collaboration with the university hospital and the regional hospitals in the Central Denmark Region. We have approx. 30,000 square metres of modern research facilities for experimental surgery and medicine, animal facilities and also advanced scanners at our disposal. The department has overall responsibility for the Master's degree programs in medicine and in molecular medicine. At the department we are approx. 670 academic employees, 500 PhD students and 160 technical/administrative employees who are cooperating across disciplines. As a biostatistician, you will be working at Aarhus University Hospital or another hospital in the Central Denmark Region.

About the research project

The position entails research in biostatistics and clinical epidemiology, with a particular focus on causal inference and methods in pharmacoepidemiology. The successful applicant will contribute to the development of the department through high-quality international research and will work closely with colleagues while receiving supervision and guidance. The applicant will join a dynamic, multinational, and multidisciplinary project team. Emphasis will be placed on the applicant’s interest in building bridges between clinical, epidemiological, and biostatistical research.

Your job responsibilities

As Postdoc in the field of biostatistics your position is primarily research-based but may also involve teaching assignments. You will contribute to the development of the department through research of high international quality. In your daily work, you will work closely with colleagues on your project, where you will receive supervision and guidance.

The main tasks will consist of:
  • Conduct independent research in biostatistics and clinical epidemiology, with a particular focus on causal inference and pharmacoepidemiologic methods.
  • Write scientific articles and participate in international congresses.
  • Lead multi-country research projects, particularly within pharmacoepidemiology.
  • Lead the development of statistical analysis plans and the writing of scientific reports for stakeholders and collaborators.
  • Contribute to grant writing and participate actively in research fundraising.
  • Contribute to teaching at Aarhus University and its partner institutions, as needed.
  • Gain experience in supervising students.
  • Perform other tasks within the Department of Clinical Epidemiology’s fields of interest. Please see our webpage at www.kea.au.dk.

Your competences

You hold academic qualifications at the PhD or DSc level and/or can demonstrate experience with research at an international level. Expertise in biostatistics and epidemiologic methods is expected, as is prior experience in providing research and consulting services within health science. Experience with cross-disciplinary collaboration and previous employment in global business units or academic institutions will also be considered beneficial.

You are a motivated and ambitious individual who takes initiative and demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills. Fluency in both written and spoken English is required.

In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria.

Principal supervisor

Professor Henrik Toft Sørensen, MD, PhD, DMSc, DSc, Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Clinical Institute, Aarhus University, Olof Palmes Alle 43-45, 8200 Aarhus N.

Questions about the position

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Professor Henrik Toft Sørensen tel.: (+45) 8716 8215.

Your place of work will be the Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Olof Palmes Alle 43-45, DK-8200 Aarhus N, Denmark.

We expect to conduct interviews in week 41.

Terms of employment

  • Appointment as a postdoc requires academic qualifications at PhD level.
  • Further information on the appointment procedure can be found in the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities.
  • The appointment is in accordance with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations (Akademikerne).
  • Remuneration is in accordance with the above, and the Salary agreement catalogue for staff at Health.
  • The yearly base salary for a fulltime postdoc is between DKK 484.214,84 and DKK 538.720,20 depending on the years of working experience after achieved MSc degree. The base salary includes a position related supplement and pension (17.1 %). Additional supplement(s) for special qualifications can be negotiated. Authorisation supplemement(s) will be granted, if relevant for the position. Your local eligible trade union representative at Aarhus University negotiates your salary on your behalf.
  • Researchers recruited from abroad are offered a special researcher tax scheme with a lower tax rate.
  • Further information on qualification requirements and job description can be found in the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff

Application

Your application must include the following:
  • Motivated application
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Diploma
  • Template for applicant - postdoc
  • A list of publications
  • A teaching portfolio. We refer to Guideline on the use of teaching portfolios
  • A maximum of five of the publications of greatest relevance to the job may be submitted (optional)
  • Research plan can be uploaded (optional)
  • Coauthor statement(s) can be uploaded (optional)
  • References/recommendations can be uploaded separately in the e-recruitment system (optional)
We refer to the faculty’s Guidelines for applicants.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

International applicant?

Aarhus University offers a broad variety of services for international researchers and accompanying families, including assistance with relocation and career counselling to expat partners. Please find more information about the International Staff Office and the range of services here. Aarhus University also has a Junior Researcher Association and offers career development support.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
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