Subject Area

Medical imaging with a focus on in vivo imaging techniques.

Subject Description

Medical imaging with a focus on in vivo imaging techniques refers to the imaging of the living human and combines the development of advanced imaging techniques and image processing for improved diagnostics and treatment in healthcare as well as in research on medical issues in vivo. These imaging techniques may include several modalities, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), X-ray, computed tomography (CT), ultrasound, positron emission tomography (PET), and optical methods, often in combination. The techniques are also often used to extract image-based biomarkers, which can provide valuable information about disease conditions and treatment effects. The subject area encompasses technical innovation in imaging and image analysis as well as the clinical implementation of this technology for improved healthcare outcomes and evidence-based medicine.

Job Responsibilities

The assistant professor is expected to establish and lead their own research group in medical imaging with a focus on in vivo imaging techniques that can complement and collaborate with existing research groups in the Department of Medical Imaging at the School of Chemistry, Biotechnology, and Health (CBH) at KTH. The assistant professor is expected to contribute to strengthening KTH's position in the subject area and further develop research and application of advanced imaging techniques in healthcare.

This includes initiating new research projects, obtaining research grants, establishing collaborations, educating and supervising students and younger researchers at the master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels, managing the group's finances, and maintaining a safe, stimulating, and healthy work environment. The job responsibilities also include teaching and program and course development at the undergraduate, master's, or doctoral level in medical technology.

Furthermore, the assistant professor is expected to represent KTH, the CBH school, and the Department of Medical Technology and Health Systems in general, scientific presentations, networking, and developing leadership to further advance medical imaging both nationally and internationally.

The assistant professor will be given the opportunity to develop their independence as a researcher and gain qualifications that may qualify them for another teaching position that has higher requirements for eligibility (see Chapter 4, Section 12 a of the Higher Education Ordinance). The assistant professor may apply for promotion to associate professor in accordance with Chapter 4, Section 12 c of the Higher Education Ordinance.

Eligibility

Eligible for appointment as an assistant professor is someone who has obtained a doctoral degree or has equivalent scientific competence. Primarily, this should be someone who has obtained a doctoral degree or has achieved equivalent competence no more than seven years before the time of application for the position of assistant professor has expired. However, those who have obtained a doctoral degree or have achieved equivalent competence earlier may also be considered if there are special reasons. Special reasons refer to leave due to illness, parental leave, or other similar circumstances.

Assessment Criteria

The assessment criteria for employment as an assistant professor at KTH are the assessment criteria specified in Section 1.3 of KTH's employment regulations in relation to the established employment profile.

It is of utmost importance that the applicant has demonstrated scientific proficiency evidenced by scientific publications, conference participation, involvement in research collaborations, and other commitments in the scientific community such as review or expert assignments. Potential for qualification for a higher teaching position. This includes potential for independent development as a researcher and teacher within the relevant subject area as well as the ability to establish, renew, and develop the current research area.

It is of secondary importance that the applicant has demonstrated experience of postdoctoral stay in a different research environment than the institution where the applicant obtained their doctorate. Experience from research and development work in industry or other organizations may be assessed as equivalent to a traditional postdoctoral stay at another institution. Interest in and insights regarding pedagogical development within the relevant subject area. Experience in conducting research that involves multidisciplinary collaboration with medical researchers. Interest in and insights regarding leadership in academia, collaboration with the surrounding community, and awareness of diversity and equality issues with a particular focus on gender equality.

It is also of importance that the applicant has demonstrated administrative proficiency.

Special Assessment Criteria for Promotion to Associate Professor

When assessing applications for promotion to associate professor, the provisions in Section 1.2.4 of KTH's Employment Regulations will apply. The ability to teach in Swedish is a merit that is given great importance when applying for promotion.

Union Representatives

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Application

Format your application according to KTH's CV template for teacher employment. As an applicant, you have the primary responsibility for ensuring that the application is complete according to the advertisement and CV template.

The application must be received by KTH no later than the last application day at midnight, CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time).

You apply via KTH's recruitment system.

Other

Temporary: The position is permanent, but for a maximum of six years, and may be renewed if due to the teacher's illness, parental leave, or other special reasons additional time is required to achieve the purpose of the employment. However, the total employment period may not exceed eight years. The position is part of the Tenure Track system at KTH, and the assistant professor will be evaluated for promotion to associate professor after application.

For more information about KTH's assessment, see the Employment Regulations at KTH.

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