Occupational Health Research Using Job Exposure Matrices (JEM)
About this course
Registry data is a valuable resource for epidemiological research on occupational health in the Nordic countries. These registries may contain detailed information related to work, health and demographics for the entire working population, greatly exceeding the size of survey data. A drawback of registry data is the lack of direct information on occupational exposure. Job Exposure Matrices (JEM) have the potential to be valuable tools for enhancing Nordic registry data with indirect exposure data, thus improving the applicability of registry data in occupational epidemiological research. JEM is also commonly used in combination with survey data on occupational histories to obtain histories of exposure.
Participants will learn how to use and evaluate job exposure matrices to support occupational health research. The course supports efforts to improve working conditions, reduce illness, and promote safe and healthy workplaces, contributing to sustainable labor markets and ensuring a good and safe work environment.
Course objectives
To provide the participants with up-to-date and in-depth knowledge on the validity of JEM, their relevance in occupational health research, and the comparability of JEM across countries, and thereby strengthening research cooperation across the Nordic countries.
Target groups
Researchers and students working in occupational health and safety.
Main topics
- What is a JEM: benefits and limitations
- Construction and validation of JEM
- Cross-national applications of JEM
Course Summary |
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| 28th – 29th of April 2026 | |
| Onsite course | |
| STAMI, Oslo, Norway | |
| Deadline 12th of March 2026 | |
| EUR 590– 700 (depending on day package) | |
| Register now |
Price information
The price of the course consists of the course fee of EUR 500
and the day package of choice.
Day package I
This package includes:
- conference facilities and technical equipment
- course material
- coffees, lunches
- dinner and the social program
We strongly encourage you to take part in the social program, as this is a vital part of the NIVA course experience. We believe in the power of networking and strive to create an inspiring possibility for that through the social program.
The total price of the course is EUR 700 (course fee EUR 500 + day package fee EUR 200).
Day package II
This package includes:
- conference facilities and technical equipment
- course material
- coffees, lunches
Kindly note that the day package II does not include dinners nor the social program.
The total price of the course is EUR 590 (course fee EUR 500 + day package fee EUR 90).
Accomodation
27th – 30th of April 2026 at Thon Hotel Gyldenløve, Oslo, Norway
NIVA has made a block reservation for the accommodation 27th to 30th of April 2026 at Thon Hotel Gyldenløve, Oslo, Norway.
To book a room from the block kindly make the reservation directly from the hotel via this booking link (available until March 13 2026).
The room price for a single standard room is 1635 NOK ( approximately 139€/night) including breakfast.
The block reservation will be available until 13th of March 2026.
General course fee and cancellation information
The courses and workshops vary in price. Please note that the course fee does not cover meals or accommodation. The course fee and day-package fee are invoiced after the registration deadline.
Travel arrangements
Please refrain from booking any travel tickets until we have confirmed the course. The confirmation, which will be sent at the latest after the registration deadline, will include detailed information on the payment of the course fee and day-packages, as well as information on practical arrangements. Please note that you are not insured by NIVA.
Accessibility and Inclusion
Our venues for organising courses have carefully considered accessibility to ensure they cater to the needs of all participants. For detailed information about the course venues accessibility features, please visit STAMI:s webpage.
Cancellation policy
Cancellations received by 12th of March 2026: full refund
Cancellations received by 13th of March 2026 or later: no refund
NIVA will issue an invoice or send information on how to pay the course with credit card (depending on the option chosen in the registration form) after the registration deadline.
The price is subject to minor changes.
Contact persons
Course leaders
Ragnhild B Strand Østrem, The National Institute of Occupational Health in Norway (STAMI) email: ragnhild.ostrem@stami.no
Eirik Degerud, The National Institute of Occupational Health in Norway (STAMI)
email: eirik.degerud@stami.no
Ståle Østhus, The National Institute of Occupational Health in Norway (STAMI)
email: stale.osthus@stami.no
Karina Undem, The National Institute of Occupational Health in Norway (STAMI)
email: karina.undem@stami.no
In practical matters, please contact:
Nathalie Räihä, Project Manager at NIVA
email: nathalie.raiha@niva.org
Course Summary |
|
| 28th – 29th of April 2026 | |
| Onsite course | |
| STAMI, Oslo, Norway | |
| Deadline 12th of March 2026 | |
| EUR 590– 700 (depending on day package) | |
| Register now |
