About the role
Postdoctoral researchers are scientists who carry out research projects after completing their doctoral degrees. They often work within academic institutions or research institutes and are usually employed on fixed-term contracts. Postdoctoral researchers aim to deepen their expertise in a specific research area and often publish their findings.Responsibilities
Postdoctoral researchers are responsible for planning and conducting research projects, analyzing data, and reporting their findings. They collaborate with other scientists and may also supervise doctoral students or other junior researchers. Seeking external funding and contributing to scientific publications are also important parts of their work.Skills and tools
Postdoctoral researchers need advanced knowledge in their field of research and the ability to independently drive research projects. They often use statistical programs like SPSS or R, and specialized tools or equipment depending on the research area. Good writing skills and the ability to present research are essential. Common competencies demanded by employers are böcker/tidskrifter, programmering and python programmeringsspråk.