Phd Position In Epidemiology/digital Health: Wearable Sensing In Free Living Environments To Support Differential Diagnosis And Prognosis Of Obesity And Hypertension (sdc16)

Zürich, ZH, CH, Switzerland

Job Description

Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute


PhD Position in Epidemiology/Digital Health: Wearable sensing in free-living environments to support differential diagnosis and prognosis of Obesity and Hypertension (SDC16) 80 %


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Start of employment February 2026 or upon agreement, temporary
The Epidemiology, Biostatistics & Prevention Institute is a leading institute in developing and innovating methods for Health Research and Public Health. The PhD candidate will be based at the Department of Epidemiology and benefit from access to methodological support (Statistics, Digital Health), wearable technologies, and extensive international collaborations. The candidate will also collaborate very closely with researchers from the University Hospital Zurich (USZ) Clinic for Endocrinology, Diabetology, and Clinical Nutrition.


Your responsibilities


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This PhD project is embedded in Work Package 1 of the ENDOTRAIN network and aims to investigate how endocrine rhythms are affected in patients with obesity and hypertension using real-world, continuous data streams. The tasks of this PhD position are:Establish the data collection and monitoring infrastructure using open-source tools with support of IT specialists. Plan and execute specific wearable sensing studies as per general ENDOTRAIN goals and to support other collaborators in setting up similar studies. Gather contextual and patient-reported outcome data (e.g. using structured surveys, as well as spoken or written free text). Develop and validate diagnosis- and prediction algorithms using classical statistics and machine learning tools.

Your profile


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We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with:A quantitative Master's degree (MSc or equivalent) in Statistics, Machine learning, Biomedical Sciences, Bioengineering, or a related field Strong interest in translational endocrinology and digital health technologies Willingness to interact with stakeholders (patients, clinicians) Some experience in information- and data management (knowledge of information storage systems/databases are an asset) Excellent programming or data science skills (R, Python) and interest in wearable data analysis are an asset (e.g. time series analysis, machine learning methods for prediction) Excellent command of written and spoken English Good communication skills in English (German is an asset) and capacity for interdisciplinary collaboration


Applicants must fulfil eligibility criteria for Swiss-based PhD positions and be willing to participate in training activities across Europe.

Information on your application


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The PhD student will enroll into the Epidemiology & Biostatistics PhD program of the Life Science Zurich Graduate School.

Please apply trough the online application system.

What we offer


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Work-Life Balance

Flexible working models (such as part-time positions, mobile working, job-sharing) Childcare at the kihz foundation of UZH and ETH



Learning and Development

Wide range of continuing education courses of UZH and the Canton of Zurich Language Center run jointly with ETH Zurich



Food

Food and drinks at reduced prices in the UZH cafeterias Lunch-Check-card with UZH contribution



Healthcare

Special conditions on the Academic Sports Association ASVZ Free seasonal flu vaccinations Rest and relaxation at the quiet room in the university tower



Discounts

Private traffic: Carsharing, rent a vehicle, parking space Digitalization: Hardware, software, mobile phone subscriptions Special conditions on hotel reservations


Conditions of Employment

Policies of the UZH Most UZH staff are employed according to public law



International Services

Support for people from outside Switzerland



Campuses

Campuses Zurich City, Zurich Irchel, Oerlikon and Schlieren Sites Zurich West, Old Botanical Garden, Botanical Garden and Lengg



Location


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Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Prevention Institute



Hirschengraben 84, 8001 Zurich, Switzerland

Further information


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Questions about the job




Viktor von Wyl


Assistant Professor

Questions about the application procedure




Dr. Marco Kaufmann


Coordinator of PhD program in Epidemiology and Biostatistics

Working at UZH


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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1744072
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Part Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Zürich, ZH, CH, Switzerland
  • Education
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