Postdoc (f/m/x) in Epidemiology

Postdoc (f/m/x) in Epidemiology

103028

Full time
39 hrs./week

Neuherberg near Munich

Partially Remote Work possible

At Helmholtz Munich, we develop groundbreaking solutions for a healthier
society in a rapidly changing world. We believe that diverse perspectives drive
innovation. Through strong partnerships, we accelerate the transfer of new
ideas from the lab to real-life applications, improving lives.

Our mission at the Institute of Epidemiology (EPI)is to understand the
protective and harmful effects of the environment, genes, and lifestyle on
human health and disease using population-based epidemiology approaches.
Knowledge of these interactions leads to novel targeted prevention and
intervention approaches for cardiometabolic diseases.

A cornerstone of our work is the German National Cohort (NAKO
Gesundheitsstudie), Germany’s largest long-term population study. Since 2014,
the study prospectively investigates more than 205,000 adults in 18 study
centers nation-wide. NAKO is a major resource for population-based
epidemiology, aiming to provide unique data and biosamples for innovative
research today, and cutting-edge next-generation research tomorrow.

Your tasks

• Scientifically coordinate a large-scale population-based case-control study

on post-infectious diseases, including specification of the study design, case
and control selection, project planning, and coordination with scientific
partners and stakeholders

• Collaborate with administrative project management at NAKO head office

• Coordinate biosample selection and provision across subprojects in close

collaboration with the NAKO biorepository, research partners, and external
service providers

• Analyze large-scale epidemiological cohort data and integrate molecular

data from different OMICS domains, such as genomics, serolomics, epigenetics,
and proteomics

• Independently develop and pursue relevant epidemiological research

questions, including study design and statistical analyses

• Publish research findings in scientific journals and present results at

scientific conferences

• Contribute to the development of grant applications and initiate

independent research proposals

Your profile

• Doctoral degree in epidemiology, biostatistics, medicine, public health, or

a related field

• Experience in epidemiological research using large-scale population-based

studies, with strong knowledge of study designs and statistical modelling

• Advanced skills in at least one statistical programming environment, such

as R, Python, SAS, or comparable software

• A structured, proactive and solution-oriented way of working, strong

communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and
collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable qualifications

• Experience coordinating complex scientific projects and working in

multi-institutional collaborations

• Experience in infectious or post-infectious disease epidemiology and in

designing and conducting (matched) case-control studies

• Experience with biorepositories and biosample workflows, including

selection, retrieval, aliquoting and transfer to partners or service providers

• Experience analyzing, integrating or interpreting OMICS data, such as

genomics, epigenetics, proteomics or serolomics

If you fulfill 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). This position is for a fixed term until
31.12.2028.

Managing Director Mike Frieser:

„We believe that diversity is the key to groundbreaking research and
innovative solutions. Our flexible working models and remote options create a
supportive environment for balancing work and family life. For us, contributing
to a healthier society in such an inspiring workplace is truly meaningful.“

Get to know us

Benefits

• Scientific Resources

State-of-the-art infrastructure and Core Facilities

• International Staff Service

Support with the relocation and integration process in Germany

• Career Development

Postdoc program, scientific training & career center with tailored offers

• Recreation

30 days annual leave, flexi days, plus public holidays

• Health Promotion

Sports, company doctor, mental health initiatives

• Family Support

On-site kindergarten, holiday care, care for the elderly

Interested in applying?

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Michael Stein,
michael.stein@helmholtz-munich.de, who will be happy to help.