Postdoc in Statistics/Epidemiology (f/m/x)
Full time39 hrs./week
Munich
Home Office Options
We are Helmholtz Munich. In a rapidly changing world, we discover breakthrough solutions for better health.
Our research is focused within the areas of metabolic health/diabetes, environmental health, molecular targets and therapies, cell programming and repair, bioengineering, and computational health. We particularly excel in the fields of basic research, bioengineering, artificial intelligence, and technological development.
Through this research, we build the foundations for medical innovation. Together with our partners, we seek to accelerate the transfer of our research, so that laboratory ideas can reach society and improve people’s quality of life at the fastest rate possible.
This is what drives us. Why not join us and make a difference?
The Unit Global Health (UGH) at Helmholtz Munich is dedicated to tackling pressing global health challenges. Our mission is to foster collaboration between scientists from Helmholtz Munich, the Institute for Tropical Medicine & Infectious Diseases at the LMU Klinikum, and our partners in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Together, we strive to improve health outcomes in vulnerable populations worldwide.
As a Clinical Statistician or Epidemiologist (f/m/x), you will play a key role in advancing our mission by providing robust statistical analyses for diverse clinical studies in tuberculosis and respiratory diseases. With your work you will contribute to transformative research and make a meaningful impact on global health care interventions. If you are passionate about leveraging your expertise in statistics and epidemiology to solve global health challenges, we would love to hear from you.
"We believe that excellent research requires a range of different perspectives. Diverse teams reach better solutions and are more innovative in their research topics.
Establishing our Diversity Management Strategy demonstrates our commitment to ensuring an appreciative company culture based on mutual respect. We are also implementing diversity-sensitive processes throughout our whole organization."
Your tasks
- Perform statistical analyses on clinical trial or epidemiological data to identify trends, disease patterns, causes, and outcomes
- Identify and evaluate risk factors for disease and health outcomes and develop strategies for prevention and control
- Analyze, and interpret data from various sources, including surveys, medical records, and public health databases
- Implement advanced statistical techniques such as regression analysis, survival analysis, and Bayesian methods, especially for complex longitudinal data
- Prepare detailed reports and summaries of statistical findings for publication or presentation, in collaboration with the study team
- Contribute to the development of public health policies and guidelines based on epidemiological evidence
- Provide epidemiological and statistical support to other team members regarding aspects of study design, data preparation, data analysis and reporting
- Work closely with researchers, clinicians, and other stakeholders to ensure the statistical integrity of studies.
Your profile
- PhD in biostatistics, mathematics or epidemiology with a strong statistical or programming background
- Previous experience in infectious disease research, public health research, or a related field is preferred
- In-depth knowledge of R or Python
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
- High degree of autonomy in performing assigned duties
- Good teaming and communication skills; fluency in English is required and knowledge of German would be an advantage
Benefits
- Career Development: Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers
- Scientific Resources: State-of-the-art infrastruture and Core Facilities
- Recreation: 30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays
- International Staff Service: Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany
- Health Promotion: Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives
Since 2005, we hold the TOTAL E-QUALITY award for exemplary action in the sense of an equal-opportunity organizational culture.
Helmholtz Munich is actively committed to diversity and inclusion in practice and is sustainably committed to equality.
The Diversity Charter has set itself the goal of promoting diversity in the world of work. By signing the charter, we commit ourselves to create an appreciative working environment for all employees.
If you fulfil all the requirements, you may be eligible for a salary grade of up to E 13. Social benefits are based on the Collective Wage Agreement for Public-Sector Employees (TVöD). The position has an (initial) fixed term of 2 years but may be extended under certain circumstances.
We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and welcome applications from talented people regardless of gender, cultural background, nationality, ethnicity, sexual identity, physical abilities, religion or age. Qualified applicants with physical disabilities will be given preference.
If you have obtained a university degree abroad, we will require further documents from you regarding the comparability of your degree. Please request the Statement of Comparability for Foreign Higher Education Qualifications as early as possible.
Interested in applying?
- CV
- Cover letter
- Degrees/Diplomas/Certificates
- Contact details for at least two referees
