About the Job
We are seeking a highly skilled individual to join our interdisciplinary research group at the University of Bern and University Hospital Bern, Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology, Nutritional Medicine and Metabolism (UDEM). Our team investigates human metabolism, translating insights into innovative strategies for preventing and treating diabetes, obesity, and other endocrine and nutritional disorders.
We conduct transformative clinical metabolic research by combining innovative metabolic physiology studies with digital technologies and large clinical datasets from trials and routine care. Our goal is to drive impactful discoveries that improve metabolic health.
Key Responsibilities
* Analyze clinical data from experimental and observational research, applying statistical and data science methods to drive meaningful progress in metabolic health.
* Support researchers in addressing data science and statistical questions, including guidance on study design, sample size calculations, and other methodological guidance.
* Develop and apply advanced data science methods, such as machine learning and multidimensional data analysis, to experimental and clinical datasets.
* Serve as a key contact for data management, ensuring efficient data collection, cleaning, and processing workflows.
* Contribute to scientific dissemination.
Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will need:
* A university degree (MSc or PhD) in statistics, data science, biomedical science, or a similar field, with above-average grades in quantitative fields.
* Extensive experience in data science, particularly applied to medical research.
* Proficiency in at least two of the following programming languages: Python, R, Matlab.
* Proficiency in the analysis of observational data.
* Expertise in machine learning.
* Best practices (logging, version control, object-oriented programming, documentation).
* Fluent in English, both written and spoken. Good German skills are a plus.
About Us
We offer the opportunity to work on diverse and impactful projects within an excellent scientific environment, fostering career development in patient-oriented research. Our interdisciplinary team collaborates closely to tackle complex health challenges, and we cultivate numerous international collaborations, providing a global perspective and enriching our work.
We are based in Bern, the capital of Switzerland, and enjoy the city's exceptional quality of life, surrounded by beautiful nature and endless opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, biking, swimming, and winter sports.