Project coordinator - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?

The Department of Learning, Informatics, Management and Ethics (LIME) carries out research and offers education with the aim to promote the practical implementation of research findings and newly acquired knowledge in the field of public health and healthcare. The department has two university-wide areas of activity - pedagogical development and support, as well as research, education and counseling in the field of healthcare and research ethics. It is an exciting work environment where research and education are in focus. 

We are now looking for a full-time Project coordinator for one year who can take part and coordinate our mental health promotion and suicide preventive activities internationally.

Your mission

You will be working at the National Centre for Suicide Research and Prevention (NASP) as part of an international team that is focused on research in the field of mental health and suicide prevention. As Project coordinator in the field of suicide prevention, you will:

• Collaborate in several of our research projects, which involve the design, evaluation and implementation of mental health promotion and suicide preventive interventions, with special focus on digital interventions
• Take coordination responsibility in specific projects which include coordination of field work, design of evaluation studies, data collection and analysis
• Perform research support activities, such as writing ethical committee applications and drafting research reports to International stakeholders
• Draft and disseminate evidence based recommendations for mental health promotion and suicide prevention

Your profile

We are looking for those who have:

• A doctorate in the field of psychology, public health, mental health or related field
• Documented work in the research area of mental health promotion and suicide prevention
• Documented experience in participation and coordination of international research projects and collaborations
• Knowledge of quantitative statistical methods
• Experience in the planning and executing of quantitative studies
• Excellent oral and written skills in English

 It is an advantage if you have the following skills:

• Experience in participating and administering EU funded research projects
• Experience in publishing scientific papers besides those included in your dissertation 
• Being able to work independently on research data
• Knowledge of advanced statistical methods
• Experience working with digital mental health interventions

We will put great emphasis on personal qualities.

What do we offer?

A creative and inspiring environment with wide-ranging expertise and interests. 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. Karolinska Institutet is also a state university, which entitles you to several good benefits through our collective agreement. And you get to practice freely in our modern wellness facilities, where trained staff are on site.

Location: Solna

Read more about LIME.

Read more about NASP.

Application

Welcome to apply at the latest February 23rd 2024.

The application is to be submitted through the Varbi recruitment system. In this recruitment, you will apply with your CV, personal letter and qualifications. Your application can be in English or Swedish. 

Permanent position is initiated by a six months trial period.

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