Postdoctoral Fellow – Serosurveillance, Immunoanalytics, and Geospatial Epidemiology
Location (Organization): Geneva, Switzerland (University of Geneva) or Baltimore, Maryland (Johns Hopkins University)
Position Type: Full-time, 1-year
Start Date: Early 2026
Application Review: Rolling until filled

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join an interdisciplinary team advancing integrated serosurveillance in Bangladesh. The Fellow will play a central role in the advancement of seroanalytic tools for analyzing multiplex serological data and policy-relevant analytics to support the International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b) and the Government of Bangladesh (GoB) in developing a sustainable national serosurveillance platform. The Fellow will have the choice to be based in either Geneva, Switzerland at the University of Geneva with Andrew Azman or in Baltimore, Maryland at Johns Hopkins University with Sonia Hegde.

The role offers a unique opportunity to apply seroepidemiological modeling and geospatial analytics to directly inform national public health policy, vaccine introduction, and disease control strategies for a variety of pathogens. The Fellow will also have opportunities for publication and engagement with multilateral organizations and research groups working in the field of seroepidemiology.

Qualifications
Required
• PhD in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, Infectious Disease Modeling, Computational Science, Population Health, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience in quantitative data analysis (e.g., R, Stan).
• Strong understanding of seroepidemiology, immunoassays, or infectious disease dynamics.
• Proven ability to manage and analyze large datasets.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate technical results for policy audiences.
Preferred
• Experience with Luminex MBA or other multiplex immunoassays.
• Background in geospatial analysis (R spatial packages, INLA, etc.).
• Knowledge of Bayesian hierarchical modeling or seroincidence estimation methods.
• Prior work experience in global health, LMIC settings, or government engagement.

What We Offer
• Opportunity to contribute to national policy and shape the future of serosurveillance in Bangladesh.
• Close collaboration with icddr,b, University of Geneva, JHU, government partners, and global organizations.
• Training and mentorship in advanced immunoanalytics, geospatial modeling, and analytic workflows.
• Professional development support and opportunities for publications, presentations, and international networking.

How to Apply
Please submit the following as a single PDF to Maya Demby (mdemby1@jhu.edu):
• Curriculum vitae
• Cover letter describing your fit for the role
• Names and contact information of two references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.