Associate senior lecturer in health informatics

EURAXESS Ireland; Kalmar kommun; Hybrid; SEK 489,502 - 707,059; Full time

Job summary

EURAXESS Ireland is seeking a researcher in health informatics in Kalmar for a full-time, four-year position. The role balances research and teaching responsibilities, focusing on interdisciplinary projects in e-health, including artificial intelligence and remote care.

Candidates must have a relevant doctoral degree and a strong background in health informatics, with additional qualifications in data analytics and project management being desirable. Effective communication in Swedish is required.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in e-health, health sciences, medicine, or equivalent.
• Experience in artificial intelligence and data analytics.
• Effective communication skills in Swedish.

Responsibilities

• Conduct interdisciplinary research and development in e-health.
• Teach at various academic levels and coordinate courses.
• Participate in seminars and conferences.

Skills

Artificial intelligence

Data analytics

Health informatics

Sensor technologies

Remote care

Project management

Education

Doctoral degree in a relevant subject

Job description

Position

Subject area: Health informatics. Location: Kalmar (temporary). Term and hours: Full time for four years, starting by agreement.

Job Description

The purpose of the position is to provide the appointee with the opportunity to develop independence as a researcher and to acquire the research and teaching qualifications required for appointment as a senior lecturer. Duties are divided equally between research (50%) and teaching (50%).

We are looking for someone who wishes to contribute over a four‑year period to the continued development of the work carried out within the major joint initiative Samverkan e‑hälsa. The position involves:

• contributing to interdisciplinary research and development in e‑health, including artificial intelligence, data analytics, sensor technologies, remote care and automation;
• conducting research in collaboration with researchers affiliated with the eHealth Institute and the broader environment;
• participating actively in the graduate school, seminar series, conferences and related activities;
• further developing education associated with the research environment;
• teaching at first, second and third cycle levels, including course coordination, planning, delivery, assessment and supervision of degree projects;
• keeping abreast of developments in the field and broader societal developments relevant to the collaboration between Linnaeus University and Region Kalmar County.

Eligibility & Qualifications

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in a subject relevant to the position or possess equivalent research expertise. Relevant subjects include e‑health, health sciences, medicine, welfare technology, informatics, computer science, artificial intelligence, information systems, medical technology, engineering, statistics, machine learning, human–computer interaction or other fields with clear relevance to the digitalisation and development of healthcare.

In accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance, preference will be given to applicants who obtained their doctoral degree or equivalent competence no more than seven years before the application deadline. Applicants who obtained their degree more than seven years prior may also be considered if special grounds apply.

Desirable qualifications include:

• experience in artificial intelligence, data analytics, health data, sensor technologies, self‑monitoring, remote care, automation, digital care pathways or related areas;
• experience in implementation, project management and/or health economics;
• understanding of the organisation and governance of the Swedish healthcare system;
• documented ability to secure external research funding;
• clinical or other relevant experience from the healthcare sector;
• qualifying training in teaching and learning in higher education corresponding to the national guidelines of SUHF (15 credits) or equivalent;
• ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written Swedish.

Assessment Criteria

• Research – independence, extent and quality of research in e‑health and related areas, and a well‑developed research proposal aligned with Samverkan e‑hälsa;
• Teaching – demonstrable teaching experience, planning, delivery and evaluation, and reflective approach to student learning;
• Collaboration – experience initiating and developing collaboration with academia, healthcare, social care, industry and the public sector, and international experience;
• Leadership – evidence of responsibility and contribution to academic development.

Contact

Research coordinator and head of operations: Tora Hammar, [e-mail]

Head of department: Pauline Johansson, [e-mail]

HR partner: Stina Andersson, [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Statement

Linnaeus University is an equal opportunity employer that embraces an even gender distribution and diversity. Diversity is considered a strength in our organization.