Postdoctoral Positions in Environmental Epidemiology, Sweden for Fellowship

  •  Fellowship
  •  18-Dec-2025
  •   Sweden
  • $$  Monthly Salary

Lund University is inviting candidates to apply for Postdoctoral Positions in Environmental Epidemiology. The studentship is designed for the academic session 2025/2026.

Appointment to a postdoctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. This eligibility requirement needs to be met no later than the time when the employment decision is made, and evidence that this requirement is met needs to have been sent in by this time at the latest. Candidates should have completed their PhD degree no more than three (3) years before the last date for applications.Established in 1666, Lund University is a prestigious public research university located in Lund, Sweden. It ranks among the top 100 universities globally and is renowned for its comprehensive range of disciplines, award-winning research, and international outlook. The university serves approximately 45,000 students and employs over 8,800 staff members. Its main campus is situated in Lund, with additional campuses in Malmö, Helsingborg, and Ljungbyhed.

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Lunds Universitet Information

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Postdoctoral Positions in Environmental Epidemiology, Sweden for Fellowship Founded in 1666, Lunds Universitet (Lund University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Lund (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Skane County. This institution has also branch campuses in the following location(s): Malmo, Helsingborg, Ljungbyhed. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research, Sweden), Lunds Universitet (LU) is a very large (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Lunds Universitet (LU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation degrees), bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 353 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic record and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Eligible Countries: Open to applicants from all nationalities.
  • Acceptable Course or Subjects: The scholarship will be awarded in Environmental Epidemiology.
  • Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, applicants must meet all the following criteria:
    • Hold a doctoral degree in epidemiology or biostatistics.
    • Have expertise in statistical methods applied to biological data and advanced data analytics skills.
    • Proficient in statistical software such as R, SAS, or Stata.
    • Possess experience in analyzing large datasets or register data.
    • Demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills, and fluency in English (written and spoken).
    • Candidates should have completed their PhD no more than three (3) years before the last application date. Exceptions may apply for special circumstances such as illness or parental leave.

Meritorious Criteria:

  • Previous experience in environmental epidemiology research.
  • First-author publications in reputable journals.
  • Proficiency in Swedish (written and spoken).
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Offered Benefits

  • Full-time employment for two (2) years, with the possibility of a one-year extension.
  • Access to particular benefits associated with being a public authority employee in Sweden, including generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.
  • A stimulating, collaborative, and inclusive work environment at a globally recognized institution.

Contact Information:

  • For queries related to the research: Christel Nielsen ( )
  • Union representatives:
    • OFR/ST: Fackförbundet ST ( )
    • SACO: Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet ( )
    • SEKO: Seko Civil ( )

Application Process

Applicants must submit their application through the university’s recruitment system. The application should include:

  • A personal letter detailing your interest in the position and its relevance to your qualifications.
  • A CV, including a publication list and a summary of previous research.
  • Degree certificates or equivalent.
  • Additional documents such as references, letters of recommendation, etc., that support your application.
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