Job Id: 9654

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The Clinical Epidemiology Unit at the Institute of Epidemiology and Social Medicine of the University of Münster offers a position for a DFG-funded research project "Cluster Diag: Evaluation of Diagnostic Tests with Spatially or Temporally Clustered Data", initially limited to 3 years, starting as soon as possible.


Part-Time with 65%
Salary according to TV-L E13

Project Goals:
The Cluster Diag project aims to establish a comprehensive framework for planning and analyzing diagnostic studies affected by spatial or temporal clustering. This initiative will be translated into actionable research practices through our collaboration with the Institute of Medical Biometry and Epidemiology at the University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf.

Role Description:

• Review existing methods in the field of diagnostic studies focused on clustered data
• Enhance the estimand framework specifically designed for diagnostic studies to include spatially and temporally clustered data
• Develop and document new frameworks as guidance materials and aid their implementation in research practices

We Seek Candidates Who Have:

• A Master’s degree in Epidemiology, Health Sciences, Public Health, Biostatistics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Experience with the statistical programming language R
• Fluency in English; proficiency in German is a plus
• A high level of motivation and responsibility
• The ability to collaborate effectively in an interdisciplinary team

We Offer:

• An inspiring and diverse workplace with challenging tasks
• Opportunities to apply and expand your academic and practical knowledge within a significant field of research
• Involvement in a dynamic, motivated, and supportive team
• A pathway to pursue doctoral studies

If you are driven to use your skills to make a meaningful impact in medical research, don't miss this unique opportunity to advance your career.

For further details about the position, please reach out to Dr. Nicole Rübsamen, T 0251 83-55520.


We are looking forward to receiving your application via our application form until 02.10.2024.


The University Hospital of Münster is one of the leading hospitals in Germany. Such a position cannot be achieved by size and medical successes alone. The individual commitment counts above all. We need your commitment so that even with little things we can achieve great things for our patients. There are many possibilities open for you so that you may develop with them.