PhD candidate in perinatal mental health and nutrition within the FRIC 75-80%

Etat du canton de Fribourg

Candidature pour un doctorat en santé mentale périnatale à Fribourg. Opportunité dans un environnement de recherche dynamique et interdisciplinaire.TâchesDévelopper un projet de recherche sur la santé mentale et la nutrition.Effectuer des revues de littérature critiques dans divers domaines.Gérer une cohorte nationale et analyser les données de recherche.CompétencesMaster en nutrition ou psychologie, maîtrise de l'anglais requise.Compétences avancées en analyse de données, notamment en R.Excellentes compétences en rédaction scientifique en anglais.PhD candidate in perinatal mental health and nutrition within the FRICTaux d'activité:75-80%Lieu / District:Fribourg, CH, Sarine, CHDélai de postulation:27.02.2026Date d'entrée en fonction:01.05.2026 ou à convenirType de contrat:CDDService:Unifr - 1308 Centre pour les sciences de l’alimentQui sommes-nous?Teaching, research, employment, events: the University of Fribourg is a hub of innovation and an important driver of the region’s economic and cultural life. It attracts students and researchers from across Switzerland and around the world and has shaped daily life in the bilingual city of Fribourg since its founding in 1889.This PhD project is embedded within the research activities of the University of Fribourg and is linked to the Food Research & Innovation Center FRIC.Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?The State as an employer actively promotes a healthy work–life balance and offers an attractive, stimulating working environment to its employees.We offer a highly formative PhD position within a dynamic and interdisciplinary research environment. The successful candidate will benefit from excellent research infrastructure, close scientific supervision, and opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration. The position allows for the development of advanced skills in research design, data analysis, scientific writing, and dissemination of research findings.The doctoral contract is offered for a fixed term (typically 3 to 4 years), in accordance with the regulations of the University of Fribourg. The salary will be defined according to institutional guidelines.Vos missionsUnder the supervision of the project leader, the PhD candidate will be expected to:Develop and conduct an original doctoral research project focusing on the relationships between parental and child mental health and nutritionConduct systematic and critical literature reviews in the fields of psychology, nutrition, and public healthLaunch and manage a national cohort in Switzerland and actively recruit participantsManage databases & analyze data using advanced statistical methodsWrite scientific articles for publication in international peer-reviewed journalsPresent research findings at national and international scientific conferencesContribute to the academic activities of the research group (seminars, teaching, supervision of Bachelor’s or Master’s students, as opportunities arise) as well as in outreach activities related to the Food Research and Innovation CenterActively participate in the scientific life of the research center and in interdisciplinary collaborationsProfil souhaitéFluency in English is important, as well as in a second Swiss language (French, German or Italian)University Master’s degree, ideally in nutrition, applicants holding a master’s degree in psychology are also encouraged to apply.Strong interest in clinical research in health psychology, nutrition, or child developmentAdvanced data analysis skills (proficiency in R is required; experience with longitudinal datasets is an asset)Advanced scientific writing skills in EnglishAbility to work independently while being an active and collaborative member of a research teamHigh motivation, interpersonal skills, scientific rigor, critical thinking skills, and reliabilityPrior research experience (e.g., publications, conference presentations or coordination of research projects) is an advantageDossier de candidatureInterested candidates are invited to submit a complete application including:A motivation letter outlining the candidate’s interest in the PhD position and research topicsAn academic curriculum vitaeBachelor’s and Master’s degrees with gradesA copy of the Master’s thesis (or equivalent work), if availableContact details of 1–2 refereesCoordonnées des personnes de contactDr. Leah GilbertUniversity of FribourgE-Mail schreibenT +41 26 300 81 35,E-Mail schreibenDate de publication:30 janv. 2026N° de référence:9791