Postdoc in Medical Sciences - Befattningen är under tillsättning eller redan tillsatt, och det är inte längre möjligt att lämna in en ansökan
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Umeå University, Medicinska fakulteten
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 Faculty of Medicine, which consists of 13 departments, is responsible for biomedical research and courses in the field of nursing and health care and has an extensive research and graduate education in more than 80 subjects.
The Department of community medicine and rehabilitation comprises six units; Occupational therapy, Physiotherapy, Geriatrics, Sports medicine, Rehabilitation medicine and Forensic medicine, all involved in teaching, research and collaboration with society and health care.
We are currently looking for a postdoc in Medical Sciences focusing on physical exercise and testing for people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Description
The announced position is a part of the COPD-HIT study. The overall aim of this international multicenter study is to determine the feasibility & effect of a novel concept of supramaximal High-Intensity Training on muscle, brain, cardiovascular, and psychological function among people with COPD. The announced postdoctoral position is related to the first phase of the COPD-HIT study. Phase one is a cross-sectional study with the aim to determine the feasibility and acute effects of supramaximal HIT in COPD by comparing acute responses (e.g., exercise intensity, cardiorespiratory responses, perceived exertion etc) of supramaximal HIT and a continuous moderate intensity protocol. The appointment is placed in Umeå and is full time for two years. Start date immediately or by agreement.
Qualification requirements
The appointment includes planning and performance of research within the project, mainly data collection, analyzing and reporting of results. We are looking for a candidate with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team of junior and senior researchers from various disciplines. Candidates must hold a University degree equivalent to a European University PhD in Medical Sciences or of other relevant subjects. Candidates with a PhD degree less then tree years old will be considered first. It is desirable with clinical and/or research experiences in exercise training and exercise performance testing (specifically of cardiorespiratory parameters).
Other desirable requirements
Experiences of quantitative data analyses, e.g. repeated measures ANOVA with the statistical program SPPS is considered an additional qualification. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are desirable.
How to apply
You apply via our e-recruitment system which you can reach via the application button below. When the application is received, you will receive a confirmation email.
The application shall include the following documents:
- A short description (max one A4 page) of why you are interested in the position and how you can contribute to the project.
- Curriculum vitae (CV) including list of publications.
- Copies of diplomas of relevant documents (e.g. PhD Exam).
- Contact information for two reference persons.
For further information, please contact Associate Professor, Andre Nyberg. andre.nyberg@umu.se
| Type of employment | Temporary position |
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| Contract type | Full time |
| First day of employment | 2021-04-01 or by agreement |
| Number of positions | 1 |
| Full-time equivalent | 100% |
| City | Umeå |
| County | Västerbottens län |
| Country | Sweden |
| Reference number | AN 2.2.1-261-21 |
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| Published | 19.Feb.2021 |
| Last application date | 12.Mar.2021 11:59 PM CET |