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Umeå University is one of Sweden's largest higher education institutions, with over 41,500 students and approximately 4,600 employees. The university offers a diverse range of high-quality education and world-leading research across several scientific fields, including the groundbreaking discovery of the gene-editing tool CRISPR-Cas9, which was awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. At Umeå University, everything is close. Our cohesive campuses make it easy to meet, collaborate, and exchange knowledge, fostering a dynamic and open culture.

The societal transformation and major green investments we see in northern Sweden create enormous opportunities and complex challenges. For Umeå University, this involves conducting research on and within a society in transition. It also involves delivering education for regions that need to expand rapidly and sustainably. Simply put, this is where the future is created.

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At the Department of Public Health and Clinical Medicine, we conduct research and teach within several subject areas in close collaboration with the four Northern Sweden regions. We have internationally recognized research environments where the breadth of disciplines enables innovation and cross-border collaboration. Most of our researchers and teachers work clinically, and our facilities are located at the regional hospitals in Östersund, Sunderbyn, Sundsvall, and Umeå – right in the heart of the operations.

Clinical Assistant in Pulmonary Medicine with a Focus on COPD Research

We are now seeking a Clinical Assistant for our research group in pulmonary medicine and epidemiological COPD research. The position is linked to a research project on airway obstruction and COPD in smokers and never-smokers, with a special focus on clinical characteristics, biomarkers, lung function, structural lung changes, and prognosis in Swedish population-based cohorts.

The employment is fixed-term for approximately three months, by agreement, with a scope of 80 %.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities consist mainly of research-related work within the project. This includes working with clinical and epidemiological research data, compiling and quality-assuring study data, and supporting analyses related to lung function, smoking status, symptoms, biomarkers, and structural lung changes.

The role may also include literature reviews, work with study documentation, basic data processing, support in interpreting clinical variables, and participation in preparing scientific summaries and manuscripts. Administrative tasks may also be included.

Qualifications

According to the Higher Education Ordinance, eligible for employment as a clinical assistant are those who have completed a medical degree or are admitted or have been admitted to doctoral-level education in medicine.

We are looking for you who have a medical degree. The position requires a good clinical understanding of internal medicine or pulmonary medicine issues, as well as the ability to work with clinical data and scientific material in a structured and meticulous manner.

Since communication within the department and research group takes place in both Swedish and English, you must have good proficiency in speaking and writing in both languages.

The work requires good teamwork skills, independence, attention to detail, and analytical ability. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.

Merits

Previous experience in clinical research, epidemiological studies, or work with population-based cohort data is considered an asset. Experience in pulmonary medicine, COPD, spirometry, biomarkers, lung imaging, or smoking-related diseases is also considered an asset.

Experience in data management, basic statistical analysis, chart review, literature reviews, or scientific writing is also considered an asset.

Application

Your application should include a CV, a cover letter, and a copy of your degree certificate, and must be received by 2022-06-26.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Employment Details

• Scope: 80 %
• Employment period: 2026-09-01 to 2026-11-22
• Location: Umeå

Umeå University aims to offer an equal and fair environment where open dialogue between people with different backgrounds and perspectives lays the foundation for learning, creativity, and development. We therefore welcome people with different backgrounds and experiences to apply for the current position.

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