Investigator at the Public Health Agency of Sweden

The Public Health Agency of Sweden is a national knowledge authority working for better public health. The agency does this by developing and supporting society's efforts to promote health, prevent ill health, and protect against health threats. Our vision is a public health that strengthens societal development.

Do you want to contribute to the development of public health monitoring in Sweden? If you are passionate about public health issues, have analytical skills, and thrive in a role where you can influence and develop, this is a unique opportunity to make a difference.

What will you work with?

We are looking for someone who wants to contribute to the development of public health monitoring in Sweden. In this role, you will work with the agency's comprehensive monitoring system for good and equitable health. Your mission includes monitoring and analyzing indicators from various data sources. The unit for public health reporting and evaluation is also responsible for conveying target group-adapted knowledge within its area of responsibility through various channels. Your mission includes creating knowledge and insights that guide work towards health on equal terms – and conveying these in a target group-adapted manner through various channels to ensure that the knowledge reaches the right target groups and contributes to concrete actions.

As an investigator, you will also assist in the implementation of government assignments related to monitoring and evaluation in the public health policy area.

Additionally, other tasks as an investigator at the agency include preparing decision-making documents, handling referrals, and collaborating with both internal and external actors to drive issues forward.

The position is a 6-month temporary contract.

Who are we looking for?

Requirements for employment:

• Master's degree or equivalent in a relevant field such as epidemiology, social sciences, public health science, or similar areas.
• Documented several years of experience in investigative and development work within the public health field.
• Experience in compiling and interpreting data from various sources necessary for the work with monitoring the national public health policy.

In addition, we consider these competencies, abilities, and experiences important for you to thrive with us:

Great emphasis is placed on:

• Experience in investigative and development work in a government agency or in a municipality and/or region.
• Documented analytical skills, experience in independently compiling and interpreting data, preferably focusing on monitoring the health of the population.
• Personal qualities such as good collaboration skills, being responsible and exercising self-leadership, being curious about new working methods, and having a good attitude. You find it easy to adopt a holistic perspective.

Great emphasis is placed on:

• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, both spoken and written.

What does the unit do?

The unit for public health reporting and evaluation is responsible for the overall monitoring of the public health policy goal and its target areas, as well as monitoring certain non-communicable diseases that are of particular importance for public health. This includes monitoring and analysis of indicators from various data sources. The unit is also responsible for conveying target group-adapted knowledge within its area of responsibility through various channels.

The unit's responsibilities include conducting follow-ups on health equity and the health status of different population groups. This includes a responsibility to monitor the national disability policy. The unit is also responsible for the monitoring and evaluation of public health policy initiatives. The unit must be prepared to lead and carry out government assignments related to monitoring and evaluation in the public health policy area.

What is it like to work at the Public Health Agency of Sweden?

We offer developing work tasks where you can influence and make a difference. Regardless of what you work with, you contribute to societal benefit. You do this together with engaged and competent colleagues in stimulating collaborations. The Public Health Agency of Sweden is a workplace that strives to provide equal opportunities for all and to be free from discrimination. The agency operates in Solna and Östersund.

Employee engagement and culture at the Public Health Agency of Sweden

About the employment

You will be employed as an investigator based at our office in Solna or Östersund. The position is a full-time temporary contract from 2026-03-01 to 2026-09-30.

As an employee at the Public Health Agency of Sweden, you may be subject to military placement. Certain positions are classified where Swedish citizenship may be a requirement. Security screening will then be conducted in accordance with the Security Protection Act (2018:585).

At the agency, there may be an opportunity to enter into an agreement for remote work up to 40 percent of your working time.

Are you interested?

If you would like to know more about the employment, please contact unit manager Anna Roland Andersson at 010-205 25 11.

Union representatives are for SACO Pi Zetterquist, phone 010-205 22 95, and for OFR/S Jessika Spångberg, phone 010-205 29 22.

Read more about what it is like to work with us

Application

Welcome with your application for the position of investigator with us!

We have chosen to remove the personal letter from the recruitment process. Instead, you apply with your CV and by answering selection questions. The goal is to create a more inclusive recruitment process. Psychological tests and work samples may be used as part of the recruitment process.

Please upload relevant degree certificates along with your application.

Read in the application form how to proceed if you have protected personal information.

Apply by 2026-01-12 via the agency's website.

Employer's diary number: 05240-2025-2.1.1