Postdoctoral Researcher | Medical Demography: The Max Planck Institute for Demographic Research (MPIDR) is inviting applications for a full-time postdoctoral researcher position within the Max Planck Research Group on Medical Demography, led by Marcus Ebeling. This role is integral in advancing research around the complexities of medical progress, aging populations, and health dynamics.
Postdoctoral Researcher (M/F/D) | Max Planck Research Group on Medical Demography
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area
- Medical Demography
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Sociology
- Health Economics
- Biostatistics
Location
Rostock, Germany
Eligibility/Qualification
- Required: PhD in demography, sociology, epidemiology, medicine, health economics, biostatistics, public health, or a related field.
- Skills:
- Strong interest and demonstrated ability in cutting-edge research.
- Proficiency in at least one statistical software package (e.g., R or Stata).
- Desirable: Prior experience with quantitative analyses of high-resolution health data, such as population registers or hospital records.
Job Description
The successful candidate will:
- Conduct research in one or more of the following areas:
- Disease Presence and Impact: Examine shifts in the predictive nature of disease presence and its impact over individual health trajectories.
- Diffusion of Medical Progress: Investigate how medical advances influence health disparities within populations.
- Population Resilience and Vulnerability: Measure resilience and vulnerability, exploring how advances in medicine affect population dynamics.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted in English via this online survey and should include the following documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Interest (max 1 page)
- Research Statement (max 2 pages)
- Names and contact details of up to two referees
- One writing sample or publication
Last Date to Apply
March 22, 2026
The MPIDR offers a 3-year contract with competitive remuneration based on experience, starting from approximately 64,940 EUR gross per year. The institute champions diversity and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. For inquiries, please contact Marcus Ebeling at ebeling@demogr.mpg.de.
