项目介绍

2026年6月24日

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 58 000 students and 6800 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract researchers and students from around the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

The Institute of Clinical Sciences is one of six Institutes within Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg. We conduct research and education that puts people’s health and quality of life in focus. We represent 16 different research areas and are divided into four sections. Through a fruitful collaboration with the healthcare and Sahlgrenska University Hospital, we have developed joint projects and meeting places that benefits both health care and research

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and celiac disease are two common, chronic gastrointestinal diseases. This is a dynamic field with many unanswered questions and great potential for a long-term scientific career. The GI Epidemiology research group conducts clinical epidemiological studies primarily on IBD and celiac disease, using Scandinavian, national, and regional health register data. The research aims to better understand risk factors, prognosis, related diseases, and treatment responses. This research is led by Associate Professor Karl Mårild and carried out at the Department of Pediatrics.

We are currently seeking 1–2 dedicated postdoctoral researchers with experience in clinical epidemiology or biostatistics to join ongoing and upcoming projects focused on improving the understanding of risk stratification, prognostication, and clinical outcomes in IBD and celiac disease. The project is conducted in close collaboration with other clinical researchers, nationally and internationally. Join us to work with unique datasets and advance research on IBD, with the aim of improving patient care and clinical outcomes.

Subject area 

Clinical epidemiology within IBD and/or celiac disease

Subject area description 

Epidemiological research on IBD and/or celiac disease mainly using national and regional health administrative data.

Duties 

The aim of this position is to use register-based data to answer clinical epidemiological research questions related to IBD and celiac disease. This includes questions on how risk evolves over time and which factors influence the risk of IBD and celiac disease, such as medication use and comorbidities. The work will also involve prediction modeling and studying the prognosis of IBD and celiac disease. The data are mostly register-based but may also include clinical variables.

You are expected to lead specific research studies largely independently. This work includes all parts of the research, including writing statistical analysis plan (SAP), perform statistical analyses of data and manuscript writing. You may also be involved in supervising PhD students, contributing to project management, and assisting other group members’ research. You may contribute to funding applications and scientific meetings within the project.

Eligibility 

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in clinical medicine, epidemiology, or biostatistics. The research focuses on clinical research questions and clinical experience within gastroenterology pediatrics or medicine is advantageous. Skills in causal inference, longitudinal methods, survival analysis, regression modeling, machine learning, or prediction modeling are required, as well as experience with statistical software such as R, SAS, or STATA. Experience in clinical epidemiology using Swedish health-register data is particularly meritorious

You are expected to have excellent spoken and written English skills, as well as documented experience in writing and publishing scientific articles in high-impact journals, within for instance clinical medicine, or clinical epidemiology. You have the clinical experience to formulate relevant research questions and interpret results from such studies. Knowledge of Swedish or another Nordic language is a merit. We value independence in designing studies, conducting statistical analyses, and leading research projects.

We are looking for a driven and independent individual with good organizational skills and the ability to work efficiently. You are collaborative and a team player with strong social skills and empathy. Furthermore, you are curious, adaptable, and willing to learn from other research fields, with a structured yet flexible approach to work. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Employment 

The employment is limited (temporary) for 24 months, 100 % of full-time and is placed at the Institute of Clinical Sciences, Department of Pediatrics. Starting date: as agreed 

Selection process 

The recruitment process may include work samples as well as interviews conducted in multiple stages. 

Contact information 

If you have any questions about the position, please contact Karl Mårild Associate Professor/Pediatrican: +46-765 88 72 77, karl.marild@gu.se
 

Unions 

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position#collective-agreement-and-union-representatives

Application 

Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. The applicant is asked to provide:

• A cover letter giving a brief (<300 words) description of previous research experience, and a motivation as to why you are applying
• Detailed CV
• List of publications
• Proof of completed PhD exam

It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.  

Applications must be received by: 2026-08-02