Postdoc: Neurodegenerative Imaging & Data Analysis

Karolinska Institutet; Solna kommun; On-site; SEK 320,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free stipend

Gym on site

Job summary

Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral scholarship in neurodegenerative diseases, based in Solna. The role involves neuroimaging analyses, data-driven approaches and collaboration with clinical partners for translational impact.

The position emphasizes independence, intellectual contribution, and high-quality manuscript production, with potential extension for a second year. Salary is tax-free and paid as part of a structured scholarship program.

Qualifications

• PhD in medicine with a strong research record in neurology and related neuroscience fields.
• Experience with statistical techniques and programming in R or similar software.
• Proficiency in analysing structural MRI, DTI and/or PET imaging data.
• Interest in aging and neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's or Parkinson's.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with group members on ongoing projects and supervise students.
• Propose new ideas and complete research projects with high scientific quality.
• Write manuscripts and contribute to publications in top journals.
• Focus on disease mechanisms, diagnostics and translational collaborations.

Skills

Statistics

R programming

MRI/DTI/PET analysis

English proficiency

Education

PhD in medicine

MD background in neurology

Job description

Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a one-year postdoctoral scholarship in neurodegenerative diseases, based in Solna. The role involves neuroimaging analyses, data-driven approaches and collaboration with clinical partners for translational impact.

The position emphasizes independence, intellectual contribution, and high-quality manuscript production, with potential extension for a second year. Salary is tax-free and paid as part of a structured scholarship program.