Project manager

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research?

The research group for Intervention processes and outcomes (PROCOME) focuses on research on effects and implementation of innovative improvement programs in different type of organizations, with specific focus on health and social care. The work will take place within the boundaries of on-going projects focusing on improving staff psychosocial work environment and wellbeing through bottom-up interventions, as well as closing the knowledge-to-practice gap with implementation and de-implementation efforts in the healthcare environment. We are now looking for a Project manager.

Your mission

The role as project manager means you will be responsible for planning, coordinating and conducting a data collection and analyses in multiple projects. The main duties are to manage the research team, keep the funding body updated on progress continuously and be in charge of the overall administration and execution of the project. You will be a driving force in performing mainly quantitative but also qualitative data analyses and in compiling scientific papers. The methods will include (but are not limited to) factorial survey experiments, correlational cross-sectional and longitudinal research, scoping and systematic reviews, and psychometric validation. In addition, the role as project manager implies applying for external funding in Sweden and internationally.

Your profile

The following qualifications are necessary for the position:

A PhD in a for this position relevant area (e.g., psychology, management).
Experience as project manager for scientific projects.
Research experience on psychosocial work environment and implementation and de-implementation in health care.
Extensive experience in quantitative research using both correlational and experimental study design.
Experience of qualitative research.
Proven ability to perform psychometric testing and complex data analyses such as structural equation modeling, multilevel modeling, and moderation/mediation analysis.
At least 10 manuscripts published in scientific journals with at least 5 as first author.
Experience obtaining external funding in Sweden or internationally.
Fluency in English, both spoken and in Writing.

The following qualifications are considered as meritorious:

Profound domain knowledge when it comes to compiling experimental web-based questionnaires for research projects.
Experience with planning and performing literature reviews.
Knowledge and experience in performing Coincidence Analysis (CNA).

Personal qualities

You have excellent leader, planning and communication skills as well as excellent collaboration skills and ability to work independently. You are well-organized and proactive.

Emphasis will be put on personal skills in the evaluation process.

What do we offer?

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 better health for all. At Karolinska Institutet, we conduct innovative medical research and provide the largest range of biomedical education in Sweden. Karolinska Institutet is a state university, which entitles employees to several benefits such as extended holiday and a generous occupational pension. Employees also have free access to our modern gym and receive reimbursements for medical care.

Location: Solna.

More about:

The Department

The Research group

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Application

Welcome to apply at the latest April 9, 2021.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system.

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

Want to make a difference? Join us and contribute to better health for all