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Umeå University, Faculty of Social Sciences
Umeå University is one of Sweden’s largest higher education institutions with over 37,000 students and about 4,700 employees. The University offers a diversity of high-quality education and world-leading research in several fields. Notably, the groundbreaking discovery of the CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry, was made here. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, work together and exchange knowledge, which promotes a dynamic and open culture.
The ongoing societal transformation and large green investments in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, conducting research about – and in the middle of – a society in transition is key. We also take pride in delivering education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here.
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The Department of Sociology seeks applications for a postdoc position. The successful applicant is expected to contribute to the project "The effects of unemployment on health of family members" financed by the European Research Council Starting Grant.
The postdoctoral project will provide evidence on the health effects of unemployment among spouses using longitudinal data from Panel Analysis of Intimate Relationships and Family Dynamics.
The successful candidate will be responsible for planning and carrying out research in collaboration with the PI, Associate Professor Anna Baranowska-Rataj. The employment contract starts in April 2019 (unless agreed otherwise) for the duration of two years. In order to be qualified for the position, the candidate must have received a doctoral degree in sociology or other related field no more than three years before the closing date of the application unless special circumstances exist. Special circumstances include absence due to illness, parental leave or clinical practice or appointments of trust in trade union organizations.
The main assessment criteria for the appointment are documented research skills and an academic track record. Applicants must have good knowledge of quantitative methods and be able to analyse longitudinal data. Good writing and oral communication skills in English as well as good ability to work with others are also requirements for the employment. Since the data documentation used in this project is partly available in German, the knowledge of German language is an advantage. Other desirable qualifications include experience in research on the effects of unemployment on health and wellbeing. The postdoctoral research fellow will be expected to carry out the work in Umeå and to participate in common departmental activities.
The application should contain:
- - a complete CV, including the list of publications
- - a research plan (max. 5 pages)
- - the copies of applicant's three representative publications (pdf files)
Applications are accepted via system Varbi until February 28, 2019. For further information on the job position, please contact the PI Associate Professor Anna Baranowska-Rataj (anna.baranowska@umu.se).
Information on the project can be found at: www.umu.se/en/research/projects/healfam/
More information about the department: www.soc.umu.se
We look forward to receiving your application!
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | April 2019 (or upon agreement) |
| Salary | Monthly salary |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-201-19 |
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| Published | 05.Feb.2019 |
| Last application date | 28.Feb.2019 11:59 PM CET |