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The Department of Biomedicine, Faculty of Health and the National Centre for Register-based Research (NCRR) at Aarhus University invites applications for two 3-year positions as Postdoc in the field of statistical genetics and precision psychiatry as per 1 October 2023 or as soon as possible thereafter. The positions are full-time and there is possibility of extending beyond three years.
About the research
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated researcher with a background in statistical genetics, biostatistics, epidemiology or bioinformatics. In this role, you will utilize advanced statistical methods to analyse large-scale multidimensional human data, contributing to the development of tools and knowledge for precision psychiatry. Your work will focus on unravelling the relationships between biological, psychological, and environmental factors, and their impact on mental health phenotypes, treatment, and trajectories. You will have access to a diverse range of data, including linked genetic information (such as genotypes/epigenotypes and polygenic scores) and multidimensional health and omics data (e.g. registry-, questionnaire-, blood- and imaging-based data) from renowned Danish cohorts like iPSYCH.
As an applicant, we expect you to employ innovative approaches to combine data and enhance our understanding of the etiology of psychiatric disorders and their intermediate phenotypes.
This position will be based at the Department of Biomedicine at Aarhus University, where you will report to group leaders Jakob Grove (associate professor), Per Qvist (associate professor) and Diana Schendel (professor at the National Centre for Register-based Research), and collaborate closely with their teams of experienced epidemiologists, statistical geneticists, and bioinformaticians.
Your job responsibilities
As Postdoc in statistical genetics and precision psychiatry 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.
Tasks include collaborative and independent implementation of research projects with relevant local, national and international partners. Work will include preparing large and complex data sets by linking genomic and non-genomic data (register based diagnoses and exposures as well as behavior, imaging and blood markers) for analyses, data analyses under guidance from project leaders as well as independent analyses (e.g., association analyses using genome-wide genotype data and gene-environment interaction analyses using novel analytic tools), compiling, publishing and presenting results at international conferences and in peer-reviewed scientific articles.
Your competences
You have academic qualifications at the PhD level, preferably within one or more of the following areas: statistical genetics, biostatistics, epidemiology or bioinformatics.
Professional and personal qualifications
- Relevant background in statistics, bioinformatics, genetics, epidemiology or similar
- Complex trait genomics knowledge
- Experience in utilizing advanced statistical methods and machine learning for big data analysis (incl. genetic epidemiology/genetic association studies)
- Experience with management of large, complex data sets and statistical analyses of large genomic data sets
- Experience with linux, bash and high performance computing (desirable)
- Experienced with statistical analysis using programming languages like R, Python or MATLAB
- Experience with GWAS analysis programs like PLINK, BOLT-LMM, or GCTA
- Excellent collaboration and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and with groups, and to take responsibility for the complete research process from idea phase to publication and presentation of results
- Strong drive to obtain established goals; scientifically self-motivated and creative
- Fluent spoken and written English (English is the working language)
In order to be assessed as qualified for a Postdoc position, you must meet these academic criteria.
Shortlisting will be used.
We offer
- An exciting job
- An inspiring, friendly and informal research environment at a high international level
- Access to a large network of local, national and internationally-recognized partners and mentors from different countries
- Learning and applying new analytic methods on large, complex data sets.
- Ample opportunity to influence your own work tasks, develop new analytic and professional skills, and take lead on independent research for publication and funding applications
- Professional training opportunities adapted to needs and interests
- Possibility of participation in courses, as well as national and international conferences
- Mentoring scheme with senior colleague
- Travel opportunities for in-person work with collaborators
Questions about the position
If you have any questions about the position, please contact Jakob Grove (grove@biomed.au.dk), Per Qvist (per.q@biomed.au.dk) or Diana Schendel (diana.schendel.ncrr@au.dk).
Department of Biomedicine
The department of Biomedicine prioritises diversity and a good work environment, as this is a prerequisite for groundbreaking research. In a dynamic and international research environment, dedicated employees are looking to generate new knowledge within biomedical research areas such as infection and inflammation, membranes, neuroscience and personalised medicine. The Department of Biomedicine provides research-based teaching of the highest quality and is responsible for a large part of the medical degree programme. Academic staff contribute to the teaching. English is the preferred language in the laboratory, at meetings and at seminars. The department employs approx. 500 people from all over the world, and they make use of the department's modern laboratory-, core- and animal facilities. The Department of Biomedicine focuses on innovation, entrepreneurship and collaboration with business and industry, and numerous researchers from the department have established companies to develop new medicinal treatments founded in strong scientific basic research. You can read more about the department here and about the faculty here.
iPSYCH
The Lundbeck Foundation Initiative for Integrative Psychiatric Research (iPSYCH) was established in 2012 by funding from the Lundbeck Foundation of 121 million DKK for an initial three-year period – the largest grant ever to Danish psychiatric research – and extended for another six years to a total of 361 million DKK. iPSYCH goals was to investigate causes and consequences of five mental disorders (autism, ADHD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and depression) capitalizing on the comprehensive Danish civil and health registers and nationwide biobanks to provide population structure, clinical information and biomaterial for multi-OMICs analysis. In the process, a wealth of data has been produced through which the work continues. You can read more here.
NCRR
National Center for Register-based Research is a section of the Department of Economics and is funded mainly by external research funding. NCRR features an internationally recognized research group in the field of psychiatric epidemiology. NCRR staff conduct their own research, as well as provide advice and practical guidance on register research projects, validation and data management of register data, and development of methods for analyzing register data. NCRR is a lead agency in the iPSYCH consortium. You can read more here.
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 482.603,31 and DKK 536.927,17 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)
The assessment committee may decide to include non-submitted material in its statement. In such cases, you will be informed and obliged to submit material, unless your application is withdrawn.
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.
Letter of reference
If you want a referee to upload a letter of reference on your behalf, please state the referee’s contact information when you submit your application. We strongly recommend that you make an agreement with the person in question before you enter the referee’s contact information, and that you ensure that the referee has enough time to write the letter of reference before the application deadline.
Unfortunately, it is not possible to ensure that letters of reference received after the application deadline will be taken into consideration.
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. You can read more about these resources here.
The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.
Aarhus University
Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/
INFORMATIONER OM STILLINGEN:
- Arbejdspladsen ligger i:
Aarhus Kommune
-Virksomheden tilbyder:
-Arbejdsgiver:
Aarhus Universitet, Høegh-Guldbergs Gade 10, 8000 Aarhus C
-Ansøgning:
Ansøgningsfrist: 06-08-2023; - ansøgningsfristen er overskredet
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