Postdoc: Shape Adolescent Health with System Dynamics

KU - SUND - Institut For Folkesundhed - Kbh K

Denmark

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Job summary

The Copenhagen Health Complexity Center at the Department of Public Health, University of Copenhagen, invites applications for a three-year Postdoctoral researcher position focusing on system dynamics modelling and adolescent health. Start date 1 February 2027 or soon after.

Primary work includes developing a decision-support tool and collaborating with municipal partners. The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, experience with system dynamics modelling, and strong English skills.

Qualifications

PhD in a relevant field as specified.
Experience with system dynamics modelling.
Experience with agent-based modelling or similar analytical frameworks.
Experience with Danish register data is advantageous.
Excellent English skills, written and spoken.

Responsibilities

Lead development of a decision-support/scenario exploration tool for policymakers.
Collaborate with Thriving Communities Lab and municipal partners.
Leverage life-course data from the Danish Life Course Cohort (DANLIFE) and local data to map adolescent well-being.
Contribute to scientific publications and dissemination of results.
Collaborate with Center researchers on interdisciplinary projects.
Participate in research-based teaching at the Department of Public Health.
Contribute to organizational elements within the Center, such as networks and outreach.