Research Assistant for the Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus Research Group

Uppsala Universitet

Uppsala län, Uppsala

Previous experience is desired

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The Department of Medical Sciences is a large clinical institution with approximately 250 employees and over 900 affiliated individuals through Uppsala University Hospital.

The department has a broad research profile with strong research groups in various fields. Research takes place in close connection with the clinical activities at Uppsala University Hospital and includes both basic studies on disease causes and the development and evaluation of improved diagnostics and new treatment methods. More about the department's activities can be found at http://www.medsci.uu.se (http://www.medsci.uu.se)

We are looking for a research assistant for the research group working with the disease normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). NPH is an increasingly recognized neurological disease that causes gait problems and memory disturbances, affecting 1-2% of individuals of retirement age. The goal of the studies is to develop biomarkers both radiologically and biochemically that can be used to diagnose NPH, to better identify patients who would benefit from shunt surgery, and to better monitor disease progression. Additionally, the group is conducting a drug study aimed at finding new treatment methods for the disease.

Responsibilities

You will work on a study that involves your own assessments and measurements of radiological examinations as well as statistical analysis. You will also conduct study visits with patients with NPH and perform tests of gait, balance, and cognitive function.

Qualifications

As an applicant, you are an active student in the Medical Program or another education within the Medical and Pharmaceutical Faculty at Uppsala University. Personal qualities will be highly valued. We want you to have broad experience working with people and organizing work. We seek someone who is collaborative, structured, meticulous, and has high integrity as the work involves handling sensitive information. Good knowledge of Swedish and English is required, as well as a good ability to work in various data systems.

Desirable/meritorious:

  • Completed and approved independent work in the medical program
  • Approved neurology course in the medical program
  • Experience and proficiency in Excel and SPSS.

About the employment

Employment as a research assistant is regulated by the Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 5. Only those admitted to undergraduate or advanced level education may be employed as research assistants (HF Chapter 5 §10).

The employment is temporary according to HF Chapter 5 § 12. The position is limited to 4 months. The extent is 25%. Start date is 2025-02-10 or according to agreement. Place of employment: Uppsala.

For inquiries about the position, please contact: Research Leader Johan Virhammar, [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]), 0739677477

Welcome with your application by January 31, 2025. UFV-PA 2025/91

Uppsala University is a broad research university with a strong international position. The ultimate goal is to conduct education and research of the highest quality and relevance to make a difference in society. Our most important asset is all 7,600 employees and 53,000 students who, with curiosity and commitment, make Uppsala University one of the country's most exciting workplaces.

Read more about our benefits and what it is like to work at Uppsala University here (https://uu.se/om-uu/jobba-hos-oss/).

The employment may be subject to security screening. A prerequisite for employment during security screening is that the applicant is approved.

We kindly decline offers of recruitment and advertising assistance.

Applications are received in Uppsala University's recruitment system.

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