Postdoc position in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Workplace Description
The research will be conducted within the research group Innovations in Pediatric Mental Health, led by Associate Professor Matti Cervin in collaboration with Professor Eva Serlachius. The postdoctoral researcher will be based at the research clinic within the child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) in Skåne, where Dr. Cervin works daily. Dr. Cervin will supervise the postdoc regarding tasks connected to two large externally funded research projects involving both experimental testing and evaluation of interventions using randomized controlled trial (RCT) designs. The research projects include an RCT evaluating models of care within CAMHS, and a longitudinal study on the development and prevention of mental disorders during childhood and adolescence.

Within the research group, we value a positive work environment characterized by respect and care in our interactions. We strive to offer a workplace that is stimulating and promotes professional growth for all team members. We are committed to ensuring both physical safety and a healthy psychosocial work climate.

What We Offer
Lund University is a public authority, which entitles employees to a range of benefits, including generous annual leave and an advantageous occupational pension scheme.
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This postdoctoral position is a career development appointment. We are seeking a highly motivated and driven candidate with the ability to work independently and contribute to the development of the group’s ongoing projects. The position is full-time. The proposed start date is September 1, 2025, or as agreed upon.

Work description

Coordinate research studies Train and supervise study personnel Write scientific articles Work on grant applications

Basis for assessment
This is a career development position with a primary focus on research. It is intended as an initial step in an academic career, and selection will primarily be based on the applicants’ scientific merits and potential as researchers. Particular emphasis will be placed on scientific skills within the relevant research area.
The following criteria will be used for assessing applicants:

• Proven ability to conduct high-quality research
• Teaching and pedagogical skills

Additional qualifications required for the position include:

• PhD in a relevant field, such as Medical Science with a focus on Psychiatry
• Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science or Psychology
• Experience in child psychiatric research
• Experience in experimental research
• Experience in designing and conducting large-scale child psychiatry studies

Meritorious qualifications:

• Education in Computer Science and Statistics
• Experience in project management
• Excellent written and spoken English, including scientific writing and presentations

Eligibility
Appointment to a post-doctoral position requires that the applicant has a PhD, or an international degree deemed equivalent to a PhD, within the subject of the position. This eligibility requirement needs to be met no later than the time when the employment decision is made. We will mainly consider candidates who have completed their PhD degree no more than three (3) years before the last date for applications. Under special circumstances, the doctoral degree can have been completed earlier. These circumstances refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, clinical work, positions of trust within trade union organizations or other similar circumstances.

Terms of employment
This is a full-time employment limited to 2 years, with the possibility of extension for up to one additional year. Preliminary start is the 1st of September 2025, or according to agreement. The period of employment is determined in accordance with the agreement “Avtal om tidsbegränsad anställning som postdoktor” (“Agreement on fixed-term employment as a post-doctoral researcher”) between SACO-S, OFR/S and SEKO, dated November 19, 2021.

How to apply
The position is sought via the university's recruitment system. The application must include a personal letter in which you describe how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application must also contain a CV, including a list of publications, a general description of previous research work, a copy of the doctorate and anything else you wish to refer to (copies of diplomas, grades, information for references, letters of recommendation, etc.) Also attach a research project plan with your application.

Welcome to apply!

The Department of Clinical Sciences Lund is one of six departments at the Faculty of Medicine. Clinical Sciences Lund cooperates closely with Skåne University Hospital and the Faculty of Medicine in order to optimize the conditions for preclinical and clinical translational research, research strategies and development, as well as education on both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.