Doctoral (PhD) student position in diabetes and cardiovascular disease - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

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To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an individual study plan. For a doctoral degree, the equivalent of four years of full-time doctoral education is required.

The research group
Our research group, under the leadership of senior professor Lars Rydén, at the Cardiology Unit, Department of Medicine, Solna (Norrbacka) has a long experience in performing epidemiological research and clinical trials in the field of “Diabetes Mellitus, Impaired Glucose Tolerance- prevalence, prognosis, and treatment”. The main aim is to study risk factors and markers for cardiovascular disease and their potential pathophysiological mechanisms in individuals with dysglycemia, point out and evaluate new treatment paradigms, spread obtained information and study how new information is implemented. Our main hypotheses are that the prognosis for patients with dysglycemia can be improved by 1) early detection and intervention 2) identification of new risk markers that may increase the understanding of the disease and its complications and may direct new treatment possibilities and 3) improved management. The present PhD project will be performed in collaboration with and with co-supervisors from the Swedish National Diabetes Registry and the Swedish Pacemaker registry

The doctoral student project and the duties of the doctoral student
People with diabetes, both type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM), are at an increased risk of developing CVD, most frequently acknowledged in the form of coronary artery disease and heart failure. There are however also indications that the risk of developing heart rhythm disorders is increased in patients with diabetes mellitus. The main objective of this PhD-project is to study the association between type 2 diabetes mellitus and the risk for developing arrhythmias, reasons behind this association and the need of implantable pacemakers and/or defibrillators. The PhD project consists of four registry based epidemiological reports and an explorative observational study with the plan to include 10 patients. With support from the supervisors, the PhD student will prepare the study protocols and the statistical analysis plans, write the applications for ethical approval interpretation, perform the statistical analyses, interpret the data and write a manuscript. The PhD student will recruit patients and perform the exploratory clamp-study.

What do we offer?
A creative and inspiring environment full of expertise and curiosity. Karolinska Institutet is one of the world's leading medical universities. Our vision is to pursue the development of knowledge about life and to promote a better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct successful medical research and hold the largest range of medical education in Sweden. As a doctoral student you are offered an individual research project, a well-educated supervisor, a vast range of elective courses and the opportunity to work in a leading research group. Karolinska Institutet collaborates with prominent universities from all around the world, which ensures opportunities for international exchanges. You will be employed on a doctoral studentship which means that you receive a contractual salary. Employees also have access to our modern gym for free and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Eligibility requirements for doctoral education
In order to participate in the selection for a doctoral position, you must meet the following general (A) and specific (B) eligibility requirements at latest by the application deadline.

It is your responsibility to certify eligibility by following the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

A) General eligibility requirement
You meet the general eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

1. have been awarded a second-cycle/advanced/master qualification (i.e. master degree) or
2. have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the advanced/second-cycle/master level, or
3. have acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad.*

Follow the instructions on the web page Entry requirements (eligibility) for doctoral education.

*If you claim equivalent knowledge, follow the instructions on the web page Assessing equivalent knowledge for general eligibility for doctoral education.

B) Specific eligibility requirement

You meet the specific eligibility requirement for doctoral/third-cycle/PhD education if you:

- Show proficiency in English equivalent to the course English B/English 6 at Swedish upper secondary school.

Follow the instructions on the web page English language requirements for doctoral education.

Verification of your documents
Karolinska Institutet checks the authenticity of your documents. Karolinska Institutet reserves the right to revoke admission if supporting documents are discovered to be fraudulent. Submission of false documents is a violation of Swedish law and is considered grounds for legal action.

Skills and personal qualities
We are looking for a highly motivated and independent candidate with interest in the field of diabetes mellitus and cardiovascular disease.

It is of high value that the candidate has good collaborative and communicative skills.

The candidate should be able to work independently and have knowledge in how to ask and interpret scientific and medical questions and to critically review the results.

Previous experience within similar projects, and previous work with registry data is an advantage.

Terms and conditions
The doctoral student will be employed on a doctoral studentship maximum 4 years full-time.

Application process
Submit your application and supporting documents through the Varbi recruitment system. Use the button in the top right corner and follow the instructions.

Your application should contain the following documents:

- A personal letter and a curriculum vitae (Swedish or English)
- Degree projects and previous publications, if any (Swedish or English)
- Any other documentation showing the desirable skills and personal qualities described above (Swedish or English)
- Documents certifying your general eligibility (see A above)
- Documents certifying your specific eligibility (see B above)

Selection
A selection will be made among eligible applicants on the basis of the ability to benefit from doctoral education. The qualifications of the applicants will be evaluated on an overall basis.

Karolinska Institutet uses the following bases of assessment:

- Documented subject knowledge of relevance to the area of research
- Analytical skill
- Other documented knowledge or experience that may be relevant to doctoral studies in the subject.

 All applicants will be informed when the recruitment is completed.

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