PhD Candidate: Epigenetics, AI & Bioinformatics for MS

Karlstad University; Solna kommun; On-site; SEK 279,000 - 357,120; Full time

Job summary

Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a Doctoral (PhD) student position in Epigenetics, Bioinformatics and AI focused on Multiple Sclerosis. The four-year full-time doctoral education is conducted under supervision, with an individual study plan and a contractual salary.

The program integrates omics data, genetics, epigenetics and AI-driven analyses in a clinical research setting. The project aims to advance understanding of MS progression by integrating genetic, epigenetic, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computational biology, data science, bioinformatics, or related fields.
• Familiarity with statistical analysis and programming in Python, R, and Linux-based tools.
• Experience with modern machine learning and deep learning frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Analyse large-scale omics datasets.
• Develop and apply statistical methods and interpretable AI models.
• Identify biomarkers and molecular mechanisms linked to disease progression.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians, molecular biologists, and clinicians.

Skills

Python

R

Linux

Machine learning

Deep learning

AI/ML in bioinformatics

Data integration

Education

Master's degree in computational biology

Tools

UPPMAX

Job description

Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a Doctoral (PhD) student position in Epigenetics, Bioinformatics and AI focused on Multiple Sclerosis. The four-year full-time doctoral education is conducted under supervision, with an individual study plan and a contractual salary.

The program integrates omics data, genetics, epigenetics and AI-driven analyses in a clinical research setting. The project aims to advance understanding of MS progression by integrating genetic, epigenetic, and