PhD position in health sciences specialising in e-health

Sweden; Kalmar kommun; On-site; SEK 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Linnaeus University is seeking a motivated doctoral student specializing in e-health. The position integrates interdisciplinary research and requires strong interest in AI and digital health services.

Ideal candidates will possess a second-cycle degree, good command of Swedish and English, and relevant experience in research or healthcare. Responsibilities include conducting research, participating in academic community activities, and contributing to teaching.

Qualifications

• Degree awarded at the second-cycle level or equivalent knowledge.
• Good command of Swedish and English essential.
• Documented research experience in e-health or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish scientific studies as part of the project.
• Participate in mandatory courses and seminars.
• Plan and collect data for research projects.

Skills

AI methods

Research experience in e-health

Quantitative and qualitative analytical methods

Good command of Swedish

Good command of spoken and written English

Education

Degree at the second-cycle level

240 credits of passed courses

Job description

Reference number: HR-2026/852

Job Overview

Lin’s Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, Department of Medicine and Optometry hosts 24 staff members and conducts research and teaching in e-health, medicine and optometry. The eHealth Institute, an interdisciplinary knowledge environment, coordinates e-health activities and carries out research and evaluation projects focused on user and citizen benefit. It offers master’s programmes, freestanding courses and contract education in e-health.

Subject area and Location

Subject area for the position: Health sciences specialising in e-health
Location: Kalmar
Term and hours: The doctoral studentship is limited in time in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance (Chapter 5, Section 7) and is full‑time.

Starting date: Starting date as agreed upon.

Job Description

We are seeking an ambitious and motivated doctoral student with a strong interest in e-health and digital health services, AI including large language models, and interdisciplinary work.

The doctoral studentship forms part of Samverkan e-hälsa, a long‑term collaboration between Linnaeus University and Region Kalmar County, aimed at promoting the development of e-health at regional, national and international levels.

Responsibilities

• Follow their individual study plan, participate in mandatory courses and seminars, and report progress regularly to supervisors and the department
• Plan, conduct and publish scientific studies as part of the project, in close collaboration with supervisors and the research group
• Play an active role in the interdisciplinary research environment at the eHealth Institute and within Samverkan e-hälsa
• Apply and further develop expertise in quantitative and qualitative analytical methods and, where relevant, AI‑based methods
• Carry out data collection, which may include qualitative interviews with patients or healthcare professionals
• Present research at national and international conferences
• Actively participate in the graduate school, which is a key academic and social community for doctoral students in the field
• Contribute to teaching, supervision and administration for up to 20 percent of their working hours, in accordance with the Higher Education Ordinance

Eligibility & Qualifications

According to the Higher Education Ordinance (Chapter 7, Section 35), applicants must:

• Meet the general entry requirements as well as any specific entry requirements set by the relevant higher education institution
• Be considered to have the abilities required to benefit from the education they are given

The general entry requirements are met by applicants who:

• Have been awarded a degree at the second‑cycle level
• Have at least 240 credits of passed courses, of which at least 60 credits are at the second‑cycle level, or
• Have acquired essentially equivalent knowledge in some other way, in or outside Sweden

The specific entry requirements are met by applicants who:

• Have a good command of Swedish, or be able to acquire sufficient proficiency in Swedish within one year, as duties may include conducting qualitative interviews with Swedish patients and healthcare professionals
• Have a good command of spoken and written English
• Documented research experience in e-health, digital health or a related field
• Experience of, or a documented interest in, machine learning, AI methods or large language models (LLMs) in clinical or health‑related contexts
• A background in health sciences, medicine, psychology, informatics, biomedical engineering, computer science or a related discipline relevant to interdisciplinary e-health research
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting
• A record of scientific publication

Assessment Criteria

Assessment criteria are used to assess the applicant’s prospects of successfully completing the doctoral programme. Particular emphasis will be placed on the candidate’s motivation, potential to complete doctoral studies, and personal suitability for the position. The candidate must be well organised and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Interviews and work samples will form part of the selection process.

EEO Statement

Linnaeus University has the ambition to utilise the qualities that an even gender distribution and diversity brings to the organization.