About the opportunity
The Research Unit of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for a three-year, full-time postdoctoral position. Funded by the Wellcome Trust through the PROMIS project, this role investigates risk factors for mental disorders—including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and psychosis—during perimenopause. The postdoc will work under the supervision of Professor Trine Munk-Olsen, collaborating with international partners in the UK, USA, and Sweden. The position involves planning and conducting epidemiological studies using register and cohort data, performing statistical analyses, developing prediction models, and utilizing target trial emulation. The role offers significant scope for independent research design and methodological development within the project framework.
Salary and benefits
- Full-time, three-year employment contract
- Salary based on the Danish state salary scale (steps 4–8) plus a centrally agreed postdoc allowance
- Potential for additional qualification- and function-related allowances
- Support for professional development in a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment
- Danish language training provided for foreign applicants
- Support services from the International Staff Office (ISO)
Who can apply?
- Ph.D. degree in epidemiology, health sciences, biostatistics, or data science with a strong focus on health (or expected completion by the start date)
- At least 1–2 years of additional research-related experience post-Ph.D.
- Documented experience in epidemiological research using register or cohort data
- First authorship of several scientific papers
- Proficiency in advanced epidemiological and statistical methods
- Competence in statistical programming (e.g., R or Stata)
- Fluency in written and spoken English
Required documents
- Motivation letter
- Detailed CV
- Degree certificates (including Ph.D. diploma)
- Complete and numbered list of publications
- Three scientific peer-reviewed publications considered most important
- Teaching portfolio
- Detailed description of research experience
- Explanation of other relevant qualifications
When to apply
- Application deadline: November 18, 2026, at 23:59 CET
- Interviews expected in early December 2026
- Starting date: February 1, 2027, or later by agreement
How to apply
- Prepare all required documents as PDF files (total size for motivation letter and CV must not exceed 10 MB)
- Submit the application electronically via the official 'Apply now' link on the job portal
- Ensure all required information is included, as incomplete applications will not be considered
Additional information
- The position is based at Hospitalsringen 90, 5260 Odense S, Denmark
- Shortlisting will be used as part of the selection process
- The preferred candidate will undergo a work-related personality assessment
- References will be obtained for the preferred candidate
- Danish is the working language of the research unit, though English is the language of the application and research output
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Researchers with a strong background in psychiatric epidemiology and experience working with large-scale register or cohort data.
- Candidates who have already published as first authors and are looking to transition into an international, high-impact collaborative project.
- Individuals interested in women's health, specifically the intersection of reproductive life stages and mental health outcomes.
What should you think carefully about?
- The position is fixed-term for three years, which is standard for postdoctoral roles but requires planning for subsequent career steps.
- While English is the primary language for research, the unit's working language is Danish, and applicants should be prepared to engage with the local language environment.
- The role requires a high degree of independence in study design and statistical analysis, making it best suited for those who are already comfortable managing research workflows.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is an excellent opportunity for an early-career researcher to gain experience in a prestigious, internationally funded project. It provides the resources and collaborative network necessary to produce high-quality scientific papers, develop advanced methodological skills in target trial emulation, and establish a research profile in the specialized field of psychiatric epidemiology.
Our take
This is a strong opportunity for researchers with a Ph.D. in health sciences or biostatistics who want to focus on women's mental health. It is particularly well-suited for those who thrive in collaborative, data-driven environments and are looking to build their academic portfolio through international research partnerships.
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