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Welcome to the University of Gothenburg and SPRINTR!

The University of Gothenburg meets society's challenges with diverse knowledge. With 58,000 students and 6,800 employees, the university is a large and inspiring workplace. Strong research and attractive education attract researchers and students from all over the world. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University of Gothenburg contributes to a better future.

About SPRINTR

SPRINTR (Swedish PRecision medicine Initiative for Novel Treatment and Research) is a pioneering research infrastructure focusing on the development and validation of biomarker-driven treatment strategies in cancer. By combining research and clinical application, conditions are created for more precise treatments – at the right time, for the right patient.

We are now looking for a Senior Communicator who wants to use their communicative expertise to make a real difference in Swedish medical research. You will play a central role in developing and driving the strategic communication for a new national research infrastructure.

Responsibilities

As a communicator within SPRINTR, you will work both strategically and operationally with communication for the infrastructure. Your responsibilities include actively contributing to the establishment and development of the infrastructure, providing strategic communication support to management, and developing communication strategies and plans.

Qualifications

You should have an academic degree in media and communication science and at least five years of experience in communication work, preferably within national research infrastructure. Great emphasis is placed on your ability to translate complex information into clear and target-group-specific communication.

Employment

The position is a permanent part-time employment at 50 percent, located in Gothenburg. The position can be filled as soon as possible or by agreement.

Recruitment Process

Applicants will be assessed based on submitted documents, interviews, and references. Special emphasis will be placed on experience in strategic communication and an independent working style.

Contact Information

For questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Elisabet Carlsohn, Head of Core Facilities, or Nina Erkenstam, Project Manager for SPRINTR.

Application

You apply for the position via the University of Gothenburg's recruitment portal by clicking the "Apply" button. The application must be received by 2026-07-28.

The University actively works for a working environment with equal conditions and values the qualities that diversity brings to the operations.