Method Statistician - Parental Leave Replacement

The Public Health Agency is a national knowledge authority working to improve public health. The agency does this by developing and supporting society's efforts to promote health, prevent illness, and protect against health threats. Our vision is a public health that strengthens societal development. We are seeking someone with a completed master's degree in statistics, mathematical statistics, or biostatistics, and at least two years of independent programming experience in R. Do you have an analytical mind and enjoy working both independently and collaboratively? Then you might be the one we're looking for! Welcome to apply. What will you be doing? As a statistician, you will: • Conduct statistical analyses and interpret results. • Work across the agency as statistical methodological support, including selecting appropriate methods for different subject areas, developing new methods, and mentoring colleagues. • Contribute methodological expertise in developing analysis plans, methods, and supporting colleagues in choosing and applying statistical methods. • Write and review reports to ensure quality and relevance. • Participate in unit administration and meetings. As a statistician, you may also have other tasks as an investigator at the agency. Who are we looking for? Requirements for the position: • Completed master's degree in statistics, mathematical statistics, or biostatistics. • At least two years of independent programming experience in R, after completing studies. Beyond that, we see the following competencies, abilities, and experiences as important for you to thrive with us: Great importance is placed on: • At least 2 years of practical experience in statistical analysis work within biostatistics, epidemiology, public health, or medical research, after completing studies. • Excellent knowledge of various statistical methods in epidemiology and/or public health. • Personal qualities including good collaboration skills, responsibility, and analytical thinking. You have a holistic perspective and a good approach. High importance is placed on: • Multiple years of experience in supervision or statistical methodological support within biostatistics or related areas. • Doctoral degree in statistics, mathematical statistics, or biostatistics or another relevant field for the position. Importance is placed on: • Experience in statistical work in interdisciplinary contexts. • Experience with SAS programming. About the Unit: The unit is an analysis unit working closely with data analysis and forecasts for more effective public health work. The head of the Analysis Unit is also the agency's chief analyst. What is it like to work at the Public Health Agency? We offer developmental tasks where you can make an impact and make a difference. Regardless of what you work with, you contribute to societal benefit. You do this together with committed and competent colleagues in stimulating collaborations. The Public Health Agency is a workplace that strives to provide equal opportunities for all and to be free from discrimination. The agency has its operations in Solna and Östersund. About the Position: You will be employed as an investigator located at our office in Solna or Östersund. The position is a full-time temporary appointment until 2027-01-31. Start date is as soon as possible according to agreement. As an employee at the Public Health Agency, you may be placed in a wartime position. Some positions are classified in security classes where Swedish citizenship may be a requirement. A security review will then be conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585). At the agency, there may be an opportunity to agree on remote work up to 40 percent of your working time. Interested? If you want to know more about the position, please contact Unit Manager Lisa Brouwers, phone 010-205 23 94. Union representatives are SACO Pi Zetterquist, phone 010-205 22 95, and for OFR/S Jessika Spångberg, phone 010-205 29 22. Application: Welcome to apply for the position as a statistician with us! We have chosen to remove the personal letter from the recruitment process. Instead, you apply with your CV and by answering selection questions. The goal is to create a more inclusive recruitment process. Occupational psychological tests and work samples may be used as part of the recruitment process. Please upload relevant degree certificates with your application. Apply no later than 2025-11-26 via the agency's website. Employer's diary number: 04453-2025-2.1.1