Anna Marseglia

Karolinska Institutet is advertising two postdoctoral scholarship positions in the research group of Anna Marseglia within the Westman neuroimaging group. The projects are centered on vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID) , cognitive aging , resilience , social health , sex differences , proteomics , and multimodal data integration . Postdoc 1: Sex differences in social health, cognition and resilience. This project uses brain MRI markers, cognition, biomarkers, and rich life-course data from Nordic aging cohorts and the UK Biobank to study socio-cultural determinants of late-life cognitive trajectories and vulnerability to dementia. Strong skills in longitudinal modeling and R are emphasized. Postdoc 2: Molecular signatures of VCID. This project focuses on proteomic and multi-omics analyses to identify molecular pathways and biomarkers of vascular cognitive impairment, using multimodal longitudinal datasets including Swedish aging cohorts and the UK Biobank. Experience with proteomics, statistical modeling, and programming is important. Eligibility highlights: applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent doctorate by the start date and must be foreign researchers for scholarship eligibility. Relevant backgrounds include epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, bioinformatics, computational biology, systems biology, data science, or related fields. Experience with large-scale datasets, longitudinal methods, and English communication is required; UK Biobank experience is a plus. Funding: the positions are scholarship-based, full-time (100%) for one year initially, with a high possibility of extension for a second year. The scholarship amount is tax free and paid every six months. Application window: deadline is 8 July 2026 , with interviews expected in August and a fall 2026 start date. How to apply: submit the application through the Varbi recruitment system and include a CV, publication list, and a one-page summary of current work. Use the relevant project application link provided in the post.

SWEAH (Swedish National Graduate School on Ageing and Health), coordinated by Lund University, is sharing two postdoctoral scholarship opportunities at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden. The openings are in the broad area of aging, health, cognition, and dementia research, with strong links to epidemiology, neuroscience, biostatistics, social health, proteomics, neuroimaging, and multi-omics analysis. 1) Postdoctoral researcher in sex-differences in social health, cognition and resilience This project is based in Assistant Professor Anna Marseglia’s team within the Westman neuroimaging group. The work focuses on sex differences in social health trajectories, cognitive functioning, and resilience in later life, using longitudinal and multimodal datasets such as UK Biobank and Swedish aging cohorts (Betula, SNAC-K, H70-1944). The role involves advanced statistical modeling, data management, study design, interpretation, and publication. 2) Postdoctoral studies in molecular signature of vascular cognitive impairment and dementia This project also sits in Anna Marseglia’s team and focuses on vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID), proteomics, molecular signatures, and multi-omics integration. The successful candidate will analyze proteomic data, apply machine learning and longitudinal methods, and work with datasets including Gothenburg H70 Birth Cohort studies and UK Biobank. Both positions are full-time postdoctoral scholarship appointments at Karolinska Institutet. The scholarship is tax free and initially awarded for 12 months, with a strong possibility of extension for another year if criteria are met. Applicants must be foreign researchers coming to Sweden for postdoctoral education; people resident in Sweden or who have studied at KI or another Swedish institution are not eligible. Eligibility highlights : a completed PhD or equivalent before the start date; strong English; ability to work independently and collaboratively; and field-specific expertise depending on the project. For the social health project, experience in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, longitudinal modeling, and R is emphasized. For the proteomics project, experience in bioinformatics, computational biology, systems biology, data science, proteomics, machine learning, and longitudinal analysis is emphasized. Application window : applications are evaluated in July, shortlisted candidates are interviewed in August, and the expected start date is fall 2026. The last application date is 2026-07-08. How to apply : submit a complete CV, publication list, and a one-page summary of current work through the Varbi recruitment system.

Karolinska Institutet invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position focused on sex-differences in social health, cognition, and resilience, supported by a FORTE-funded scholarship. The successful candidate will join Assistant Professor Anna Marseglia’s team within the Westman neuroimaging group, a multidisciplinary and internationally recognized research environment specializing in prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of cognitive disorders. The Division of Clinical Geriatrics at the NVS Department conducts research on Alzheimer’s disease-related disorders and other aging-related conditions, collaborating closely with leading institutions and the Theme Aging at Karolinska University Hospital. Dr Marseglia’s team investigates sex disparity in vascular contributions to cognitive disorders and resilience, integrating social health frameworks with brain MRI, cognitive measures, biomarkers, and rich life-course data. This project aims to elucidate the biological and sociocultural pathways underlying sex differences in cognitive resilience, including hormone-related factors and social determinants in later life. As part of this FORTE-funded initiative, the postdoctoral researcher will lead independent studies to identify socio-cultural determinants influencing how men and women engage in social health, shaping late-life trajectories and cognitive outcomes. The role involves working with multi-modal longitudinal datasets, including UK Biobank and Swedish population-based aging cohorts within the NEAR infrastructure (Betula, SNAC-K, H70-1944 Birth Cohort). Responsibilities include developing research questions, conducting literature reviews, managing and processing non-imaging data, performing advanced longitudinal statistical analyses (mixed-effects models, splines, growth models), interpreting results, preparing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, and presenting findings at professional forums. The candidate will also coordinate projects within the research group, supervise students, participate in teaching activities, and contribute to funding applications. This full-time (100%) postdoctoral scholarship is initially for one year, with a high possibility of extension for a further year, contingent on fulfilling criteria. The scholarship is tax-free, paid out on a six months basis. Entry requirements specify that postdoctoral scholarships are intended for foreign researchers who have not carried out academic education in Sweden. Eligible candidates must have obtained a doctorate or a foreign degree equivalent to a doctorate. Applicants who have not completed their doctorate by the application deadline may apply, provided all requirements are met before the intended start date. Applicants should have a PhD in epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, or a related field with a focus on aging. Essential qualifications include strong practical experience in modeling longitudinal data using advanced statistical methods, previous research in social determinants of health and/or sex differences in aging, training in epidemiology-related research methods, proficiency in R programming or similar software, and experience handling large-scale, multimodal datasets. Excellent written and spoken English communication skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in an international environment are required. Additional merits include experience with UK Biobank data, a record of published scientific articles, and interest in interdisciplinary science, including AI/machine learning and medical sociology. Karolinska Institutet offers a creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests, innovative medical research, and the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. The successful candidate will benefit from professional development opportunities, mentorship, networking, and scientific output. The position is based at Neo (Blickagången 16), KI Campus Flemingsberg. Applications must be submitted via the Varbi recruitment system, including a complete CV, list of publications, and a summary of current work. The selection process will take place in July, with interviews in August and an expected start date in fall 2026. For further information, contact Andrea Hansson ([email protected]) or Anna Marseglia ([email protected]). Union representatives are also available for consultation. Join Karolinska Institutet and contribute to advancing global health research.

This postdoctoral scholarship at Karolinska Institutet offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in the molecular signature of vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID). The successful candidate will join Assistant Professor Anna Marseglia’s team within the Westman neuroimaging group, a collaborative and internationally recognized research environment focused on prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment of cognitive disorders. The Division of Clinical Geriatrics at the NVS Department conducts clinically oriented research on Alzheimer’s disease-related disorders and other aging-related conditions, in close cooperation with leading institutions and the Theme Aging at Karolinska University Hospital. Dr Marseglia’s research integrates multimodal data—including neuroimaging, clinical, lifestyle, socio-behavioral, and proteomic measures—alongside AI-derived brain age as a proxy for brain health and cognitive resilience. This Swedish Research Council–funded project aims to uncover biological mechanisms driving VCID and identify molecular signatures predicting clinical progression across the VCID spectrum, including cases with Alzheimer’s disease. The postdoc will initiate and lead independent studies focused on identifying molecular fingerprints (based on proteomic data, e.g., Olink) of vulnerability and resilience to VCID, and their relationships with clinical, cognitive, lifestyle, and genetic features. The position involves working with large-scale, multimodal longitudinal datasets, such as the Gothenburg H70 Birth Cohort studies and UK Biobank, and applying for access to additional cohorts integrating proteomic, clinical, cognitive, neuroimaging, and genetic variables. The postdoc will collaborate with experts in VCID and resilience research, contributing to innovative, interdisciplinary, and data-driven research approaches. Responsibilities include developing and refining research questions, conducting literature reviews, managing and processing data (with a focus on proteomics), leading analysis and integration of proteomic data, applying advanced analytical methods (clustering, machine learning, longitudinal models), interpreting results, preparing manuscripts for publication, presenting findings at professional forums, and developing new analytical pipelines for multi-omics integration. The role may also involve supervising students, contributing to teaching activities, and participating in grant writing. The scholarship is a full-time (100%) position for one year, with a high possibility of extension for a further year, subject to fulfillment of criteria. The amount is tax-free, paid out on a six months basis. Entry requirements specify that only foreign researchers who have not carried out academic education in Sweden are eligible. Applicants must have a PhD in relevant fields (bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, systems biology, data science, neuroscience, psychology), a strong publication record, hands-on experience with proteomics data, machine learning, and longitudinal data analysis, and strong programming skills in R or similar software. Additional merits include training in epidemiology, experience with UK Biobank data, knowledge of cerebrovascular disease, and interest in translational research and AI/machine learning applications in biomedical research. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world’s leading medical universities, offering a creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. The successful candidate will benefit from mentorship, networking, and professional development opportunities. Applications are to be submitted via the Varbi recruitment system by July 8, 2026, including a CV, list of publications, and a summary of current work. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews in August, with the expected start date in fall 2026. For further information, contact Anna Marseglia ([email protected]) or Andrea Hansson ([email protected]).

Karolinska Institutet is recruiting two postdoctoral scholarship positions in the research group of Anna Marseglia (Assistant Professor & Neuropsychologist) within the Westman neuroimaging group and the Division of Clinical Geriatrics, NVS Department. Postdoc 1: Sex differences in social health, cognition and resilience This project examines how socio-cultural determinants shape social health trajectories and later-life cognitive resilience, with a focus on sex differences, dementia vulnerability, and aging. The work integrates brain MRI markers, cognition, biomarkers, and rich life-course data from Nordic aging cohorts and the UK Biobank. Strong skills in longitudinal modeling and R are important, and experience with UK Biobank is a plus. Postdoc 2: Molecular signatures of vascular cognitive impairment and dementia (VCID) This project investigates molecular pathways of VCID using multimodal data, including proteomics, neuroimaging markers of small vessel disease, clinical, cognitive, lifestyle, psychosocial, and genetic data. The role emphasizes proteomics analysis, multi-omics integration, machine learning, and longitudinal modeling, with data from Swedish aging cohorts and the UK Biobank. Research environment The team works in a multidisciplinary setting spanning geriatrics, epidemiology, neuroscience, psychology, engineering, and statistics. The projects are embedded in a collaborative international environment focused on prevention, early diagnosis, cognitive disorders, resilience, and precision medicine in aging. Eligibility highlights Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in relevant fields such as epidemiology, biostatistics, public health, psychology, neuroscience, sociology, bioinformatics, computational biology, systems biology, or data science. For the first project, experience in social determinants of health and sex differences in aging is important; for the second, hands-on proteomics and omics analysis experience is required. Strong English communication skills, independence, teamwork, and experience with large-scale multimodal datasets are expected. Funding and duration These are scholarship-funded postdoctoral positions at KI. The scholarship is tax free, paid in 12-month blocks, and the appointment is full-time for one year initially with a strong possibility of extension for a second year. Application window Deadline: 8 July 2026 . The expected start date is Fall 2026 . Applications are evaluated in July and shortlisted candidates are interviewed in August. How to apply Apply via the Varbi recruitment system using the relevant job link. Prepare the required documents in English or Swedish: CV, publication list, and a one-page summary of current work. Contact Anna Marseglia for project questions.