Postdoc in Medical Sciences - Befattningen är under tillsättning eller redan tillsatt, och det är inte längre möjligt att lämna in en ansökan

We are currently looking for a postdoc focusing on a project on high-intensity training among older people. The appointment is placed in Umeå and is full time for two years. Start date by agreement.

Description
The announced position is a part of the Umeå HIT Study, an interdisciplinary study. The first phase of the study was a randomized controlled study to determine the feasibility and effects of High-Intensity Training on muscle, brain, cardiovascular, and psychological function among physically inactive older people. The HIT-intervention, that consisted of 6-second regulated cycling sprints, was compared to moderate intensity continuous training. All data are collected and the first preliminary analyses are performed. The announced postdoctoral position is mainly related to the second phase of the Umeå HIT study. In this phase, the intervention will be adapted and implemented in real life setting, in co-creation with seniors and senior organizations. The aim of the second phase is to reach large groups of older individuals. Also work with already collected data from the first phase of the study could be included during this appointment.

Qualification requirements and work tasks
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 than three years old will be considered first. 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. Supervision of students could be included. The appointment includes planning and performance of research within the project, mainly data collection, analyzing and reporting of results. It is desirable with clinical and/or research experiences in exercise training and exercise performance testing.

Other desirable requirements
Experiences of quantitative data analyses is considered an additional qualification and knowledge of behavior change theories. Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are desirable. Also excellent verbal and written Swedish communication skills are a requirement, since interaction with participants in the study is planned to be included in the work.   

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