Lund University, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, Malmö

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 47 000 students and more than 8 800 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmö. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Lund University welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We regard gender equality and diversity as a strength and an asset.

Unit of Genomics, diabetes and endocrinology

Genomics, diabetes and endocrinology unit at the Medical faculty focuses on understanding the genetic and metabolic heterogeneity of diabetes, which could help in identifying novel drug targets. A new classification of diabetes may pave the way for early intensified treatment and thereby possibly prevent severe diabetic complications. It may also help the pharma industry to better stratify patients for drug trials and thereby reduce cost for development of new drugs. To address this important mission we conduct population-based studies in patients with diabetes of different ethnicities across the world.

In this specific project, we are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced researcher in diabetes, one who likes to take responsibility for conducting clinical studies, enjoy being in a busy working environment and who likes bridging national and international collaborations. Position is for 2 years with 75% employment starting as soon as possible.

Work duties

The candidate will be responsible for drafting and reviewing clinical study documentation, including: clinical protocols, reports and other necessary regulatory documents. The candidate will be coordinating cross functional relationships with laboratory and clinical investigations, biological sampling and quality control of the data in the project in Sweden and Ukraine. 

Qualifications

Requirements

  • A relevant degree in medicine with focus on endocrine pathology. PhD degree is not mandatory.
  • A background in clinical medicine, and clinical laboratory experience, particularly histological analyses of samples from different tissues.  
  • Experience in counseling, supervising of medical and biomedical personnel, writing scientific manuscripts and experience of helping with grant applications.  
  • Experience in clinical protocols and laboratory documentations.  
  • Experience with international collaboration.

Personal characteristics

  • The applicant must be motivated and responsible, and also have a great work capacity and enthusiasm for clinical research.

Merits

  • Experience in organizing conferences.
  • Experience in genetic analyses.
  • Fluency in written and oral English as well as written and oral Ukrainian.
Type of employment Temporary position
Contract type Part-time
First day of employment As soon as possible
Salary Monthly salary
Number of positions 1
Full-time equivalent 75
City Malmö
County Skåne län
Country Sweden
Reference number PA2019/3836
Contact
  • Anton Lagerbäck, HR Coordinator, +46 40 39 19 04, anton.lagerback@med.lu.se
  • Valeriya Lyssenko, Researcher, +46 40 39 12 44, valeriya.lyssenko@med.lu.se
Union representative
  • OFR/ST:Fackförbundet ST:s kansli, 046-222 93 62
  • SACO:Saco-s-rådet vid Lunds universitet, 046-222 93 64
  • SEKO: Seko Civil, 046-222 93 66
Published 06.Dec.2019
Last application date 01.Jan.2020 11:59 PM CET

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