Vacant job

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. We have approximately 46,000 students and 8,500 employees across our campuses in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. We are united in our strive to understand, explain, and improve our world and the conditions of human life.

The Research Group

The research group focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, with a particular emphasis on Parkinson's disease and normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH). We utilize various radiological methods, particularly magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), to study both the pathophysiology of these diseases and their diagnostic characteristics.

The group is led by Charalampos Georgiopoulos, Associate Professor and Senior Consultant in Neuroradiology. Other members include four clinical doctoral students and one senior researcher, and we collaborate closely with MRI physicists. We are an interdisciplinary and dynamic group with strong clinical ties and a shared goal of improving the diagnosis and understanding of neurodegenerative conditions through advanced medical imaging.

Within the research group, we value a good work environment characterized by respect and care in our interactions. We continuously work to create conditions for job satisfaction, development, and inclusion for all employees.

The research group is now seeking a student assistant (amanuens) for a fixed-term position at 10%. The proposed start date is September 1, 2026, or as agreed, until June 30, 2027.

What We Offer

Lund University is a government agency offering favorable employment terms.

As a student assistant, you will have the opportunity to combine your studies with work, complementing your theoretical knowledge with practical professional experience within academia.

Read more on the university's website about working with us.

Responsibilities

We are looking for a medical student with an interest in deepening their knowledge in medical imaging and neurodegenerative diseases. The assignment involves structuring and developing an ongoing literature review on MRI imaging of meningeal lymphatic vessels, conducting supplementary literature searches as needed, and contributing to the authorship of a review article.

The student is expected to work independently under supervision, participate in regular check-ins, and deliver drafts according to an agreed schedule.

Qualifications

Requirements for the position:

• Active enrollment in the Medical Program at Lund University.
• Interest in medical imaging and research.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a structured manner.
• Good teamwork skills.

Qualifications that are considered meritorious:

• Previous experience with literature reviews or review articles (e.g., narrative/systematic reviews).
• Experience working with statistical software such as SPSS, R, or similar.
• Basic knowledge of medical image interpretation or radiology.

Other Information

The position is fixed-term at 10% starting on the desired date of September 1, 2026, or as agreed, until June 30, 2027.

The employment must not negatively affect the student assistant's studies and cannot be combined with other employment. Regulations regarding education-based employment as a student assistant are found in the Higher Education Ordinance (SFS 2017:284), Chapter 5, Sections 8–12.

How to Apply

Apply for the position via the university's recruitment system. Your application should include a cover letter describing how you meet the qualification requirements and why you are interested in the position. The application must also include a CV.

We look forward to receiving your application!

The Faculty of Medicine is a business area within Lund University, responsible for education and research in medicine, care, and health. Education is conducted in close collaboration with healthcare services and is firmly rooted in the faculty's strong research tradition. The faculty's research spans a broad field within experimental basic research, patient-oriented clinical research, and health sciences research. The Faculty of Medicine, with over 1,800 employees and 3,000 students in Lund, Malmö, and Helsingborg, is a knowledge-intensive meeting place for students, teachers, and researchers from around the world.

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