Postdoctoral researcher infectious disease modelling
- Application Deadline: July 13, 2026
- Nijmegen
- Hybrid
Job description
We are looking for a postdoctoral researcher in infectious disease modelling, epidemiology, and public health analytics. This position is embedded in TIMERA: Training Initiative for Modeling Epidemic Response in Africa, a Global Health EDCTP3-funded project on epidemic preparedness and modelling capacity strengthening in sub-Saharan Africa.
You will work closely with Dr Federica Giardina at Radboudumc and with partners in Europe and sub-Saharan Africa. The position focuses on research using modelling and infectious disease and public health data. Additional duties include developing teaching material, delivering selected teaching activities, and supervising or mentoring fellows working on applied modelling projects.
Your main tasks and responsibilities will be:
- Conduct applied research in infectious disease modelling, epidemiology, and public health analytics.
- Contribute to teaching material and deliver selected training activities, including face-to-face sessions in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Supervise and mentor fellows or trainees working on policy-relevant modelling projects.
- Translate modelling results into evidence relevant for outbreak preparedness, epidemic response, and public health decision-making.
- Contribute to scientific publications, project reports, dissemination, and consortium activities.
- Collaborate with academic partners, National Public Health Institutes, ministries of health, and other public health stakeholders.
Place of work
You will be based in the Biostatistics research group at Radboudumc in Nijmegen, within the department of IQ Health. The group works at the interface of research, education, and consultancy, using mathematical and statistical methods to address clinical and public health questions.
Within the infectious diseases theme, we develop and apply mathematical and statistical models to better understand infectious disease dynamics and support public health decision-making. You will join a collaborative and internationally oriented working environment, with room for independent research as well as multidisciplinary teamwork.
You will be working in the department of IQ Health. A department that is very active in teaching, research and consultation/service delivery. IQ Health originated from the former departments of Health Evidence and IQ healthcare.
IQ Health is a state-of-the-art research and teaching centre, where methods of research are themselves the subject of study and development. Through education and consultation (services), we help Radboudumc as well as external organisations in applying the right methods of research.
Preventing illness, improving care!
In this way we contribute to the mission of the Radboudumc; To have a significant impact on health and healthcare.
The IQ Health department employs about 200 colleagues. The heart of the IQ Health department consists of six Research & Education (R&E) groups. These groups work together internally and externally (nationally and internationally) on topical themes and are connected to the two core tasks of education and research. In addition, the groups provide external consultation. Will you also be part of this very diverse department?
Skills & Requirements
Profile
We are looking for a motivated researcher with a strong quantitative background and a clear interest in infectious disease modelling for public health. You enjoy applying modelling approaches to real-world problems and can communicate quantitative concepts clearly to researchers, trainees, and public health stakeholders.
You will be successful in this role if you can work independently, collaborate effectively in an international consortium, and contribute to both scientific research and capacity strengthening activities in sub-Saharan Africa.
We are looking for someone who has:
- A PhD in infectious disease modelling, epidemiology, biostatistics, mathematical biology, public health, data science, or a related quantitative field.
- Experience with infectious disease data analysis, mathematical modelling, statistical modelling, simulation modelling, or related quantitative methods.
- Strong programming skills in R, Python, or a comparable language.
- Experience conducting research independently and contributing to scientific publications.
- Interest in outbreak preparedness, epidemic response, and modelling for public health decision-making.
- Good communication skills and excellent written and spoken English.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of an international team.
- Availability and willingness to travel to sub-Saharan Africa for face-to-face training delivery and project activities.
Good to know
- This is a fixed-term position for 1 year, with the possibility of extension depending on positive performance and funding. The role requires availability and willingness to travel to sub-Saharan Africa for face-to-face training delivery and project activities.
- An assessment is part of the procedure.
- This position requires a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).
We are recruiting for this position ourselves. Unsolicited marketing is not appreciated, but do feel free to share the vacancy in your network!
About the company
Welcome to Radboud university medical center (Radboudumc), where our research groups strive for innovative solutions that make impact on health and healthcare. We challenge the status quo to overcome current and future health challenges. Our goal is to shape the future of healthcare for generations to come. Our focus is on prevention, sustainability, and meaningful care, which we achieve through our in-depth understanding of disease mechanisms, clinical science, public health research, medical technology and data science. Our approach is centered on breakthroughs that can truly enhance personalized healthcare and public health.
At Radboudumc, a comprehensive range of research programs provide the compass for our research efforts. Each program has a clear goal, where collaboration within and outside our organization is highly valued. We integrate care, education and research in partnership with our patients to ensure that our research programs have significant impact on health and healthcare. We invite you to join us in our mission to create a healthy future for all.
Federica Giardina | Contact Person
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