Postdoctoral Researcher in Epidemiology and Infectious Disease Modeling

Job Announcement Postdoctoral Researcher in Epidemiology and Infectious Disease Modeling Location: Clinical Pharmacy Group, Saarland University, Saarbrücken Campus, Germany https://www.uni-saarland.de/en/study/programmes.html Project Overview: As part of the EU-funded project EUVABECO (European Vaccination Beyond Covid-19), our team at the Clinical Pharmacy Group is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a dynamic project team aiming to enhance vaccination strategies across Europe. The project involves the further development and adaptation of the COVID-19 Simulator ( https://covid-simulator.com https://covid-simulator.com), a mathematical tool developed at Saarland University that has significantly contributed to managing the pandemic through data-driven insights. Job Responsibilities: * Expand and adapt the COVID-19 Simulator for various countries and pathogens. * Conduct simulation-based studies to assess and optimize vaccination strategies. * Implement simulation tools as online services to enhance accessibility and utility. * Analyze data related to COVID-19 and other pathogens, using both public and in-house datasets. * Collaborate with international partners for comprehensive data collection and integration. * Publish and present research in prestigious journals and at international conferences. * Supervise PhD and Master students involved in related research projects. Requirements: * PhD in Epidemiology, Pharmacometrics, Biostatistics, Computer Sciences, or a closely related field. * Strong programming skills, preferably in R, NONMEM, or Python. * Experience in infectious disease modeling using SEIRS, network and/or agent-based modeling is highly desirable. * Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. * Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. What We Offer: * A two-year fixed-term contract with the possibility of extension, starting immediately. * A competitive salary at 100% E13 TVöD level (according to German public sector regulations). * Integration into a dynamic, internationally connected research team. * Opportunities for professional development, including training in pharmacometric projects. * Access to state-of-the-art research infrastructure and data sources. * Support for attending international conferences and continuous professional development. Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their complete application documents, including a cover letter, CV, copies of relevant certificates, and references, as a structured PDF file (not exceeding 8 MB). Applications should be sent by May 4, 2024, to <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected]. For more information about the position and our research group, please visit our website at http://www.clinicalpharmacy.me www.clinicalpharmacy.me or contact Thorsten Lehr directly. --- Thorsten Lehr, PhD Professor of Clinical Pharmacy Saarland University Campus C4.3 66123 Saarbrücken Germany Office: +49/681/302-70255 <mailto:[email protected]> [email protected] http://www.clinicalpharmacy.me/ www.clinicalpharmacy.me