At The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Faculty of Engineering and Science, Aalborg University, one PhD stipend in statistics for medical research is open for appointment from Aug 1, 2026 or soon hereafter. The duration of the position is three years.

The PhD stipend will be in statistical and causal modelling of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) that are chronic, non-transmissible conditions (such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer) using, for example, data from registries and/or biobanks.

The research will be performed in close collaboration with Center for Clinical Data Science (CLINDA), The Faculty of Medicine. Aalborg University.


Your work tasks
Your work tasks will be to perform statistical and causal modelling of health outcomes using health registries and/or genetic information from biobanks. This includes engaging with researchers from diverse disciplinary backgrounds.

Your competencies 
You must have a mathematical/statistical degree with knowledge of causal modelling as well as experience in working with genetic data and biobanks.

We encourage all qualified researchers to apply, especially those with research experience and future ambitions in biostatistics / statistics for medical research.

Qualification requirements
PhD stipends are allocated to individuals who hold a Master's degree. PhD stipends are normally for a period of 3 years. It is a prerequisite for allocation of the stipend that the candidate will be enrolled as a PhD student at the Doctoral School of Engineering and Science in accordance with the regulations of Ministerial Order No. 1124 of September 19, 2025 on the PhD Programme at the Universities and Certain Higher Artistic Educational Institutions. According to the Ministerial Order, the progress of the PhD student shall be assessed at regular points in time. As part of the PhD study, you are among other things required to complete PhD courses corresponding to 30 ECTS, gain experience with teaching or other forms of knowledge dissemination and complete an external research stay outside of Aalborg University, preferably 3-6 months at a foreign research institution.

Who we are    
The Department of Mathematical Sciences conducts research in a wide range of mathematical disciplines. This includes both fundamental and applied research in statistics (e.g., statistical methods for forensics, life sciences, topological data analysis, spatial statistics, and computational statistics). Read more here: Department of Mathematical Sciences .

Center for Clinical Data Science (CLINDA) is an interdisciplinary research center at the Department of Clinical Medicine at Aalborg University and Aalborg University Hospital. At CLINDA, the research focus is on the development and implementation of clinical AI, bioinformatics and biostatistics, and methodological development within the field of data science. Read more here: Center for Clinical Data Science (CLINDA) 

How to apply
Your application must include the following:

• Application, stating reasons for applying and qualifications in relation to the position,
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Diplomas (bachelor’s and master's degree diploma, including grades)
• Other relevant documents

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website. 

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position. 

Do you have any questions?     
If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact the person listed at the bottom of the job posting.  

Interviews are expected to be held in April 2026.

Further information  
Read more about our recruitment process here.

The assessment of candidates for the position will be carried out by qualified experts.
Shortlisting will be applied. This means that after the application deadline, the head of the department, with the assistance of the hiring committee, will select the applicants to be assessed. All applicants will be informed whether they have been shortlisted for assessment or not.

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Read more about The Doctoral School of Engineering and Science

Salary and terms of employment
The employment is in accordance with the Ministerial Order on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities (the Appointment Order) and the Ministerial Order on Job Structure for Academic Staff at Universities (in Danish).

Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish) 

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