Researcher

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At the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, at the Sahlgrenska Academy, we conduct research and education covering a wide range of knowledge areas. The institute comprises five different departments: Clinical Neuroscience, Health and Rehabilitation, Pharmacology, Physiology and Psychiatry and Neurochemistry.

The Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, invites applications for a Researcher employment at the Department of of Clinical Neuroscience.

Duties

It is expected that the holder will actively participate in neurological research, mainly with a focus on stroke. This applies both to a more laboratory focus (biomarkers in liquor and blood) as well as to the use of registers and organizational analysis. The holder must also participate actively to coordinate stroke research at Gothenburg University linked to Sahlgrenska University Hospital.

Qualifications

Demonstrated scientific, pedagogical and clinical skills are mandatory requirements for the employment, as well as a medical degree, specialist competence in neurology and a doctorate in a medical subject or another subject that the employer finds equivalent. It is advantageous to have experience in supervising doctoral students to the degree. Great importance will be placed on personal suitability.

Employment

The employment is limited (temporary) for 9 months, 20% of full-time, and is placed at the Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology. Starting date: as soon as possible or as agreed.

Contact information for the post

If you have questions regarding the employment please contact Manager in charge Professor/Assistant Head of Department Asgeir Jakola, phone: +46 31 342 97 41, e-mail: jakola.asgeir@gu.se

Application documents are not to be submitted through the contact person.

Unions

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: How to apply

Application

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.

Please enclose PhD certificate with the application.

Applications must be received by:2026-11-04

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