Job title:
Postdoctoral researcher modelling (mis)information and infectious disease spread
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Job description
Offer DescriptionThe COVID-19 pandemic showed that viral (mis)information about the outbreak can spread as easily as the virus itself. Such an ‘infodemic’ can influence people’s attitude and behavior regarding the prevention and transmission of infectious diseases. To prepare for the next pandemic, this study aims to increase our understanding of the relationship between infodemic (information) and pandemic (infection) dynamics. The TRENDING project studies the interplay between information exposure and infectious disease transmission. The aim is to develop a mathematical model combining this interplay using real-life data. This model will estimate the impact of different infodemic interventions on the number of new infections.As a postdoctoral researcher, you will be involved in designing and developing a mathematical model taking into account infectious disease and (mis)information transmission. Your main responsibilities are:
- To develop a deterministic compartment model that describes transmission of a respiratory infection and the interplay with (mis)information;
- To calibrate the model to real-life contact and information seeking data (these data will be collected within the TRENDING project, through a survey conducted by a junior researcher);
- To analyse the impact of various infodemic management interventions;
- To publish your research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals;
- To collaborate in a multidisciplinary team consisting of modelers, epidemiologists, infodemic specialists, behavioral scientists and computational social scientists.
Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsSpecific RequirementsWe are looking for a PhD graduate in computational modelling, with strong analytical and programming skills and an interest in public health. Specifically you have:
- A recently completed PhD in computational modelling, preferably in the field of population biology or infectious disease epidemiology;
- A proven strong interest in infectious diseases, behavioural science, or multidisciplinary research;
- Experience in statistics and handling large datasets;
- Advanced programming skills, preferably in R;
- Good communication skills and the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment;
- Enthusiasm about working in public health and infectious diseases and motivation to work on an innovative project for pandemic preparedness;
- Good command of the English language, both verbally and in writing.
Additional InformationBenefits
- An academic position in an applied public health context
- Room for personal development with a range of training & development of academic skills
- A fixed-term position for 15 months
- Salary scale: 10: € 3.493tot € 5.504 bruto (based on a fulltime workweek: 36 hours a week), depending on qualifications and experience and an 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
. * Vacation hours: 186,4 per year and an option to save additional hours.
- Your pension is accrued at BeFrank. A modern, understandeble en fair pension
- Now you still get a (partial) reimbursement of your public transport expenses. From October 1, for
7 km one way, 100% public transport reimbursement and for own transport €0.18 per km up to a maximum of 40 km one way. * Would you rather walk or bike? Make use of our good bicycle scheme. And from October 1 you will receive a reimbursement of €0.18 per km.Additional commentsDuring the publication period, applications will be handled continuously. If the vacancy is filled, it will be closed prematurely.We kindly request your CV, motivation letter, and two references. The interviews are scheduled for the end of August and the first half of September. We ask that you please take this timeline into account.Would you like more information about the position? Please contact:Dr. Sonia Dr. Sonia Boender via or Dr. Janneke Heijne via .For more information about the application procedure, please contact Chey Edwards, Recruitment advisor, via .Due to the collaboration with the Public Health Service of Amsterdam (GGD Amsterdam) for this position, individuals from outside Amsterdam UMC will also participate in the selection committee.A reference check, screening and hiring test may be part of the procedure. Read whether that applies to you. If you join us, we ask you for a VOG (Certificate of Good Conduct).Internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates in case of equal suitability.Acquisition in response to this vacancy is not appreciated. Website for additional job detailsWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Amsterdam UMC Country Netherlands City Amsterdam Postal Code 1105AZ Street Meibergdreef 9 GeofieldContact CityAmsterdam Zuidoost WebsiteStreetMeibergdreef 9 Postal Code1105 AZSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
Expected salary
€5504 per month
Location
Amsterdam, Noord-Holland
Job date
Sat, 27 Jul 2024 01:10:40 GMT
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