Job Advertisement: Coordinator for Clinical Studies in Cardiology

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At the Department of Medicine, Division of Molecular and Clinical Medicine, translational research is conducted primarily around metabolism, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease with the aim of improving health and healthcare in society. The overarching goal is to create an excellent translational research environment of very high international standard.

Myocardial infarction is today one of the most common causes of death, despite modern treatment. Approximately 10% of patients hospitalized for myocardial infarction develop the complication acute ischemic heart failure (AIHF). These patients with AIHF account for half of all deaths within 30 days after myocardial infarction. The prognosis for patients with AIHF has not improved in the last decade. The overall purpose of our research work is to investigate how to improve the prognosis for AIHF by better understanding and manipulating the phenomenon of 'myocardial stunning' (sudden but potentially reversible loss of heart function that occurs in AIHF) in order to increase and optimize heart function. Björn Redfors' research group conducts several registry studies as well as clinical studies and drug trials based at Sahlgrenska University Hospital and sites across Europe.

Responsibilities

The position involves working on many different research and research-related projects in a role that requires broad and specialized competence. The main responsibilities include coordinating and administering all clinical studies and drug trials within cardiology that the group conducts. A particular focus is on the biobank operations within the studies, for which you will be responsible and lead all aspects. The workflow involves significant demands to ensure that studies are conducted safely for patients within the framework of applicable legislation and that all collected data is reliable. The work is very varied and dynamic, which means that you sometimes need to be able to make quick decisions. As a senior member of the team, you are expected to perform a wide range of tasks under strict deadlines, both independently and as part of a larger collaboration with researchers and healthcare personnel. Work in the evenings and weekends may occur.

Qualifications

For the position, documented experience of previous work in healthcare and a multidisciplinary research group as well as publication of scientific work is required.

The following qualifications are required:

• Several years of experience in coordinating and administering clinical studies and drug trials
• Good experience in coordinating medical biobanks (collection, handling, storage, and documentation of samples) in accordance with the Biobank Act
• Experience in registry studies and various healthcare-related systems, databases, and case report forms (e.g., Melior, REDCap)
• Training in Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Very good communication skills

The following qualifications are meritorious:

• Doctorate in medicine
• Medical degree and at least five years of experience in clinical work as a physician in internal medicine, cardiology, or equivalent
• Experience in laboratory scientific work
• Experience in delivering technical presentations
• Good knowledge of medical law and ethics
• Good computer skills

We place great emphasis on personal suitability. The personal qualities of the applicants in being able to collaborate internally and externally to perform the described tasks will be strongly considered in the assessment of suitability for the position.

Employment

Employment type: Permanent position. A six-month probationary period may apply.
Extent: 100%
Location: Department of Medicine, Gothenburg
Start date: By agreement

Contact Information for the Position

Björn Redfors
Professor
bjoern.redfors@gu.se (mailto:bjoern.redfors@gu.se)

Malin Levin
Department Head
malin.levin@gu.se (mailto:malin.levin@gu.se)

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Application

You apply for the position via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by registering your application electronically via the website: http://www.gu.se/omuniversitetet/aktuellt/lediga-jobb (http://www.gu.se/omuniversitetet/aktuellt/lediga-jobb). As an applicant, you are responsible for ensuring that the application is complete in accordance with the advertisement and that it is received by the university no later than the last application date.

Proof of doctoral degree must be attached to the application.

Proof of medical license issued by the National Board of Health and Welfare must be attached to the application.

The application must include a CV that includes scientific publications and GCP certificate.

The application must be received by: 2025-04-22

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