Researcher

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About the Institute

The Institute of Health and Care Sciences at the University of Gothenburg conducts education and research that advances knowledge of health, healthcare and people's living conditions. We educate registered nurses, radiographers, specialist nurses and midwives, preparing highly skilled healthcare professionals to meet the evolving needs of society.

Our research covers a broad range of disciplines, united by a strong commitment to person-centred and evidence-based care. The Institute is internationally recognised for its pioneering contributions to person-centred care, an approach that underpins our research, education and close collaboration with healthcare providers and other partners.

About GPCC

The University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-centred Care (GPCC) is a national interdisciplinary research centre established in 2010 through the Swedish Government's strategic investment in healthcare research.

GPCC brings together researchers from a wide range of disciplines to develop, evaluate and implement person-centred care. The Centre currently hosts around 40 research projects addressing person-centred care across a variety of long-term health conditions, healthcare settings and models of healthcare organisation.

GPCC is part of the Institute of Health and Care Sciences at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, and is internationally recognised as one of the world's leading research centres in person-centred care.

For more information about GPCC, please visit www.gpcc.gu.se. Further information about the Institute of Health and Care Sciences is available at www.caresci.gu.se.

The University of Gothenburg Centre for Person-centred Care (GPCC) is seeking a researcher in person-centred care, healthcare governance and the organisation of health services.

Duties

The position comprises research, development and collaboration in the field of person-centred healthcare. The successful candidate is expected to initiate, conduct, supervise and contribute to research and development activities at both national and international levels, with a particular focus on European collaborations.

The successful candidate will be expected to initiate and contribute to applications for external research funding and to play an active role in developing new research and collaborative projects.

The position also includes contributing to the Department's research-related administrative work. This involves preparing and coordinating matters within GPCC's review committee, steering committee and advisory council, as well as undertaking other assignments that support the research activities of the Centre and the Department.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have particular responsibility for advancing research and knowledge development in person-centred care in relation to crises, disasters and armed conflict.

The position includes serving as Editor-in-Chief of the report series Acta Universitatis Gothoburgensis - Studies in Person-Centred Care, with responsibility for ensuring its scientific quality and continued development.

The successful candidate is also expected to contribute actively to the development and implementation of person-centred healthcare nationally and internationally, with a particular focus on healthcare governance.

Furthermore, the position includes representing GPCC in strategic collaborative initiatives, including OMTÄNKT, in close collaboration with Samhällsnytta and Experio Lab, and contributing to the development of long-term partnerships with public-sector organisations and other external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD and be appointed as Associate Professor (Docent) in a social science or health science discipline relevant to the position. Eligibility for appointment as Professor is required, as is documented clinical and academic experience from both Sweden and international settings. Applicants must be a Registered Nurse.

The successful candidate must have extensive knowledge of healthcare administration, healthcare leadership and organisation, and person-centred care. Documented expertise in healthcare preparedness and response in crises, disasters and armed conflict, resilience, capacity building, and collaboration between healthcare organisations is also required.

Excellent written and spoken English is essential. Proficiency in a Nordic language, both written and spoken, is considered an advantage.

Applicants must have good knowledge of Microsoft 365 and experience of working with administrative systems for research and education used within higher education institutions. Experience of statistical software and other research-related software and digital tools is considered meritorious.

Meritorious qualifications

The following qualifications are considered advantageous:

• Experience of prehospital care.
• A strong publication record in healthcare administration, crisis and disaster management, and person-centred care.
• Experience of leadership and organisational development.
• Experience of serving on academic boards, committees, advisory councils and management groups.

Applicants should be able to attend meetings and other key activities on site.

Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. The successful candidate should demonstrate excellent collaborative skills, the ability to work independently and strategically, and a proven capacity to initiate, lead and drive research and development activities.

Employment

The position is a permanent appointment at 30% of full-time, based at the Institute of Health and Care Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg. The starting date is by agreement.

Contact information for the post

If you have any questions about the position, please contact:

Professor Axel Wolf, +46 31-786 6034, axel.wolf@gu.se
Professor Carina Sparud Lundin, +46 766-18 6389, carina.s-lundin@fhs.gu.se

Unions

Union representatives at the University of Gothenburg can be found here: https://www.gu.se/en/work-at-the-university-of-gothenburg/how-to-apply-for-a-position#collective-agreement-and-union-representatives

Application

To apply for a position at the University of Gothenburg, you have to create an account in our recruitment system. Submit your application via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. It is your responsibility to ensure that the application is complete as per the vacancy notice, and that the University receives it by the final application deadline.

Applications must be received by: June 28, 2026.

Your application must include:

• A personal letter summarising your scientific background, research interests, and a reflection on how your profile fits the position
• A CV including a list of publications
• Copies of relevant degree certificates, proof of professional registration, and other relevant documentation.
• Copy of nursing licence

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