Research Assistant in PET Modelling Methodology

We are seeking a skilled research assistant to join our team working on PET neuroimaging methodology at Karolinska Institutet Solna. You will work at the intersection of advanced statistical methods and translational neuroscience contributing to ongoing work in quantitative modelling of neuroinflammatory markers using PET data. This is a rare opportunity to apply Bayesian computational methods to real clinical imaging data within one of Europes leading medical research environments.

The position involves development application and interpretation of Bayesian hierarchical pharmacokinetic models for the analysis of PET data. Specific responsibilities include:

• Implementation and development of population compartment models fit using Markov chain Monte Carlo sampling methods
• Programming in R to analyse and interpret these results
• Contribution to manuscript preparation and documentation of analysis pipelines

The position is fulltime for 3 months with start after summer vacations.

We are looking for a candidate who is independently motivated analytically rigorous and comfortable working with complex models requiring both statistical judgement and programming skill. The ability to communicate technical results clearly to a multidisciplinary audience is important.

Requirements:

• Masters degree in statistics mathematics biostatistics or a closely related quantitative discipline
• Demonstrated proficiency in R
• Working knowledge of Markov chain Monte Carlo methods and Bayesian inference
• Experience with hierarchical or mixed-effects models
• Strong written and spoken English
• Familiarity with version control (Git) and reproducible research workflows

Meritorious:

• Prior experience with pharmacokinetic or epidemiological compartmental models
• Familiarity with PET data analysis or other quantitative neuroimaging methods
• Some knowledge of neurobiology and/or neuroimmune physiology

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. Karolinska Institutet is one of the worlds leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

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KI applies individual and differentiated salary setting in accordance with our collective agreements RALS and RALS-T.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment this recruitment you will apply with your CV without a personal letter. Instead you will answer some questions about why you are applying for the job in the application form.