Statistician Position in Childhood Cancer Epidemiology

vor 3 Wochen


Bern, Schweiz Universität Bern Vollzeit

Institute of Social and Preventive Medicine

Duties and responsibilities:

- Conduct statistical analyses for cancer surveillance reports and publications.
- Optimize data flows and work routines for statistical evaluations within the registry.
- Communicate with external partners, including the National Agency for Cancer Registration and federal offices.
- Contribute to epidemiological research on childhood cancer risk factors and cancer registration methodologies.
- Write reports, scientific manuscripts and present findings at conferences.

Qualifications and skills:

- PhD or MSc in statistics, mathematics, or a related discipline.
- Strong foundation in biostatistical methodology.
- Experience in epidemiological research, preferably in cancer epidemiology.
- Excellent programming skills in R (experience in Python is an asset).
- Proven experience in scientific writing and publication.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English; good written and oral skills in German (mother tongue an advantage)
- Diligent, independent worker and strong team player.

What we offer:
An international, multidisciplinary, and highly stimulating working environment. Close collaboration with renowned experts in epidemiology, statistics and public health. Support for career development and training. Flexible working hours. Centrally located and modern offices in a historical building.
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