Rome, Italy: Clinical Research fellowship in perinatal and pediatric epidemiology (Bambino Gesù Pediatric Hospital, Scientific Institute)

Job Title: Clinical Research fellowship
Employer: Ospedale Pediatrico Bambino Gesù
(Bambino Gesù Pediatric Hospital, Scientific Institute)

Job Code: OPBG07/06
Location: Rome, Italy
Date: Jul 20, 2007
Job Type: Contract

Job Description
Description: The position involves undertaking research in the field of perinatal and pediatric epidemiology. The object of the project is to study developmental outcomes, health and health-related quality of life in children from prospective cohorts.

A 3-year Research Fellowship (with the possibility to enter in a 3-year PhD studentship) or a 3-year Postdoctoral Research position, according to the experience, will be awarded to the successful candidate.

The deadline for submission of the applications is August 5th, 2007. Interview of the selected candidates is planned on October 2007.

Requirements:
An MD degree with training in epidemiology or medical statistics or, alternatively, a degree in Statistics with ability to carry out autonomous data analysis are required. Master or PhD in Medical Statistics or Epidemiology are preferred. Previous working experience in the field of medical statistics or epidemiological research will be of advantage.

Knowledge of English and/or Italian languages is a requirement to be eligible. Position and salary will depend on qualification and experience.

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