Department of Biostatistics at the Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute

Postdoctoral position in Biostatistics for 4 years 100 %

Start of employment April 1, 2025, temporary

The Department of Biostatistics at the Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute at the University of Zurich invites applications for a four-year Postdoctoral position financed by the SNSF.

Your responsibilities

This postdoctoral position is part of the SNSF project led by PD PhD Malgorzata Roos and entails the following responsibilities:
  • Specification of reproducibility rules for the whole project
  • Development, validation, and application of frequentist and Bayesian statistical methods for computation of proper scoring rules, informativeness, and sensitivity estimates
  • Carrying out Monte Carlo simulations
  • Implementation of functions in the free open-source R software
  • Development and documentation of an R package
  • Development of an interactive Shiny web application
  • Presentation of research results at international scientific meetings
  • Publication of research results in peer-reviewed journal articles
  • Supervision of master theses and a PhD student
  • Organization of workshops in collaboration with administrative staff and student helpers
  • A moderate amount of teaching to an interdisciplinary audience

Your profile

Successful applicants should have a strong goal of pursuing a research career and a strong background in mathematics, statistics, and programming. Ideally, the applicant should hold a PhD degree in statistics, applied mathematics, data science or a related field. Applicants with experience in both frequentist and Bayesian statistics will be given preference. The applicant has good programming skills in the open-source R software environment, can generate dynamic reports, and use version control. Previous experience with developing packages in R and an interactive Shiny web application would be an asset. The applicant has excellent communication skills and can work both independently and in a team. The applicant should also have a solid scientific writing experience and excellent written and spoken English skills.

What we offer:
We offer a dynamic and attractive work and research environment focused on reproducibility and best-practice statistical methods. Our team consists of experienced and junior researchers from diverse backgrounds who mutually support each other through their complementary expertise. This large research community includes Postdoctoral researchers and PhD students in the Department of Biostatistics at EBPI and in the Department of Mathematics at UZH. Joint UZH and ETH seminars are regularly organized. Flexible working hours and home office days are possible.

Information on your application

Please submit a single pdf document entitled «Application_PostDoc_YOURNAME». This document contains a cover letter, your current CV, a list of publications, copies of your diplomas, a single-page summary of your dissertation topic in English, and contact details for two people willing to provide references. The review of applications will start on November 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

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Work-Life Balance
  • Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing)
  • Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH


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Learning and Development
  • Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich
  • Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich

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Food
  • Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias
  • Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution

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Healthcare
  • Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ
  • Free seasonal flu vaccinations
  • Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower

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Discounts
  • Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space
  • Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions
  • Special conditions on hotel reservations

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Conditions of Employment
  • Policies of the UZH
  • Most UZH staff are employed according to public law


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International Services
  • Support for people from outside Switzerland

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Campuses
  • Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren
  • Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg

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The University of Zurich, Switzerland's largest university, offers a range of attractive positions in various subject areas and professional fields. With around 10,000 employees and currently 12 professional apprenticeship streams the University offers an inspiring working environment on cutting-edge research and top-class education. Put your talent and skills to work with us. Find out more about UZH as an employer! More
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