You are expected to start working with statistical analyses and scientific reporting resulting in publications on pregnancy complications (particularly preeclampsia) and subsequent cardiovascular disease. All projects will initially be conducted in close collaboration with the principal investigator and our statistician. Ideal candidates for this position seek to both further develop their skills as a researcher and wish to work in a research group where their scientific abilities as well as personal qualities are valued. In order to thrive in our environment, you are eager to plan and develop your next career step under our mentorship.

- A doctoral degree in a relevant area such as epidemiology or clinical medicine (the doctoral degree needs to have been completed before employment starts). - A genuine interest to understand the etiology of diseases and complications relevant to women’s health and pregnancy. - Great intellectual capacity and social ability. - Substantial motivation to further develop one’s scientific abilities and skills. - Documented experience in independently handling and analyzing large datasets in relevant areas such as women’s health or cardiovascular epidemiology. - Solid ability to conduct analyses in relevant statistical software (e.g. SAS, Stata, or R). - Ability to plan, initiate, and conduct research within the areas of interest to the research group. - Fluency in English, both written and spoken. - Additional qualifications for the position are:

- Primarily, the applicant in question should have completed a PhD degree no more than three years before the application deadline. - Experience in statistical analyzes on large datasets with genetic data. - Experience in writing and preparing application for ethical approval. - Experience in supervising students and/or junior colleagues. - Substantial subject expertise in preeclampsia, atherosclerosis, and/or other relevant field.

The Faculty of Medicine is a part of Lund University, and is responsible for education and research within medicine and healthcare. Our academic programs are closely linked with the healthcare system and are firmly anchored in the faculty’s strong research tradition. Our research spans a broad field within experimental preclinical research, near- patient clinical research and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine, with its 1,800 employees and 2,700 students in Lund and Malmö, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers and researchers from all over the world.

The position is applied for via the university's recruitment system. The application must contain a personal letter with justification as to why you are interested in the employment and in what way the employment matches your qualifications. The application must also contain a CV with a list of publications, diploma or equivalent and other things that you wish to invoke (copies of grades, information for references, letters of recommendation, etc).